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[spacetimewithstuartgary]

New SpaceTime out Monday

SpaceTime 20241125 Series 27 Episode 142

How Mars got its moons

A new study suggests Mars got its two moons Phobos and Demos after a passing asteroid was ripped apart by the red planet’s gravity.

Starship Test Flight 6 full report

SpaceX has undertaken a successful sixth test flight of its Starship mega-rocket with United States President-elect Donald Trump joining SpaceX boss Elon Musk to witness the spectacular launch first hand.

A billion-year shift in the formation of the planet’s largest ore deposits

A new study has found that the Earth’s largest iron ore deposits – which are found in the Western Australian Pilbara -- are about one billion years younger than previously thought.

The Science Report

How an hour long daily walk could extend your life.

Global plastic waste to double by the middle of the century.

A new study shows that switching to a vegan diet could lower your food costs by 19%.

Skeptics guide to the Bent Spoon award.

SpaceTime covers the latest news in astronomy & space sciences.

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SpaceTime -- A brief history

SpaceTime is Australia’s most popular and respected astronomy and space science news program – averaging over two million downloads every year. We’re also number five in the United States.  The show reports on the latest stories and discoveries making news in astronomy, space flight, and science.  SpaceTime features weekly interviews with leading Australian scientists about their research.  The show began life in 1995 as ‘StarStuff’ on the Australian Broadcasting Corporation’s (ABC) NewsRadio network.  Award winning investigative reporter Stuart Gary created the program during more than fifteen years as NewsRadio’s evening anchor and Science Editor.  Gary’s always loved science. He studied astronomy at university and was invited to undertake a PHD in astrophysics, but instead focused on his career in journalism and radio broadcasting. Gary’s radio career stretches back some 34 years including 26 at the ABC. He worked as an announcer and music DJ in commercial radio, before becoming a journalist and eventually joining ABC News and Current Affairs. He was part of the team that set up ABC NewsRadio and became one of its first on air presenters. When asked to put his science background to use, Gary developed StarStuff which he wrote, produced and hosted, consistently achieving 9 per cent of the national Australian radio audience based on the ABC’s Nielsen ratings survey figures for the five major Australian metro markets: Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide, and Perth.  The StarStuff podcast was published on line by ABC Science -- achieving over 1.3 million downloads annually.  However, after some 20 years, the show finally wrapped up in December 2015 following ABC funding cuts, and a redirection of available finances to increase sports and horse racing coverage.  Rather than continue with the ABC, Gary resigned so that he could keep the show going independently.  StarStuff was rebranded as “SpaceTime”, with the first episode being broadcast in February 2016.  Over the years, SpaceTime has grown, more than doubling its former ABC audience numbers and expanding to include new segments such as the Science Report -- which provides a wrap of general science news, weekly skeptical science features, special reports looking at the latest computer and technology news, and Skywatch – which provides a monthly guide to the night skies. The show is published three times weekly (every Monday, Wednesday and Friday) and available from the United States National Science Foundation on Science Zone Radio, and through both i-heart Radio and Tune-In Radio.

[mariacallous]

Though women were still occasionally accused of witchcraft, and persecuted, in Regency England and though the range of legal punishments for women still included whipping and burning at the stake, a gentler ethos had begun to prevail. Women, it was felt, required protection, both the physical protection of fathers, brothers and husbands and protection on the part of society from the defilements of worldliness. The older generation of aristocratic women notorious for their sophisticated amorality was dying out. Byron's confidante Lady Melbourne died in 1816, Lady Bessborough was aging. Women such as these, with their convenient but passionless marriages, their lovers and illegitimate children, their public roles as cultivated hostesses and political patronesses were gradually disappearing. In their place were women who, though they might not always adhere to it, subscribed to a far more confining moral code and had no public roles to speak of.

"Lady Holland once told me," Lady Bessborough wrote to Lord Granville, "all women of a certain age and in a situation to achieve it should take to politics - to leading and influencing." That advice had been offered decades earlier. By 1813, the number of prominent women exerting political influence was exceedingly small. Decorous patriotism was replacing partisan intrigue. A ladies' subscription was organized to pay for a monument to Wellington, "to be formed of the cannon taken by the duke in various engagements," the subscription to be sponsored by the Duchess of York. Raising funds to commission war memorials, to rescue soldiers' widows and children from destitution, or to aid the Waterloo wounded, were permissible activities for women. Yet even in undertaking charitable endeavors they ran into opposition. Wilberforce would not accept help from any women in his antislavery campaign, insisting that such work was "unsuited to the female characters as delineated in Scripture."

Opposition to slavery was scripturally sound; what was unsuitable was the appearance, in women active in the arena of the world, of immodesty. St. Paul had defined the female character in the New Testament, and anyone who might have forgotten what he wrote there had only to read Hannah More's study of his doctrine published in 1815. Women, St. Paul taught, ought to "adorn themselves in modest apparel, with shamefacedness and sobriety; not with braided hair, or gold, or pearls, or costly array." They ought to keep silence, "for it is not permitted unto them to speak," lest they usurp men's authority. "Let the women learn in silence with all subjection," he cautioned. Let them learn from men, their divinely ordained superiors, whose primacy had been established beyond question at the time of creation. Adam was virtuous, Eve sinful; women suffered from an inherent weakness and sinfulness, and so ought to try to redeem their deficiency through living modest, quiet, passive lives "in faith and charity and holiness with sobriety."

More herself, of course, breached St. Paul's precepts by usurping male authority and immodestly presuming to teach others. But at least she refused membership in the Royal Society of Literature, saying it would be inappropriate for a woman to belong, and her prefaces were full of shamefaced apologies for her presumption in writing.

Female morality went hand in hand with religious piety, and immoral women, the Evangelists taught, deserved punishments that were akin to penance. Among those Wilberforce condemned as immoral were divorcées, many of whom sought freedom from their husbands in order to marry their lovers. (Divorce was a relatively rare phenomenon, and limited to the aristocracy, since a special act of Parliament was necessary to institute it.) His Proclamation Society made strenuous efforts to pass a bill in the House of Lords making a divorced woman guilty of a crime if she married her co-respondent. The bill passed the Lords, but not the Commons. Still, divorced women bore a weightier stigma in the Regency than they had a generation earlier, and many Evangelicals thought that a divorcée ought to shut herself away from society and devote the rest of her life to repentance.

If divorcées were expected to immure themselves like anchoresses, women conspicuous for their virtue were all but deified. That a morally weak woman should triumph over her infirmities was thought to be a near miraculous achievement, especially in an age when wickedness was on the rise. Byron recorded with amusement how his friend Wedderburn Webster talked on and on about his wife's good qualities, ending his harangue by asserting that "in all moral and mortal qualities," she was "very like Christ." (The poet had reason to doubt Webster's judgment of his wife, for she had made an un-Christlike proposition to him.)

Webster was deceived, but in seeing his wife in beatific terms he was not unique. Men spoke of the women they respected as superhuman, angelic beings, pure and untainted, uncorrupted by any stain of vice. And once they became accustomed to seeing them that way, it was only natural for men to want to keep them pure by screening them off from contamination. Hence the bowdlerization of the classics, the sanitizing of fairy tales, the increasing segregation of women from worldly pastimes. Card playing, which had been the usual evening entertainment, was abandoned and piano playing and singing took its place. Women began to make a point of leaving the room when the men made jokes, even innocent ones. They toned down their dress; the more serious-minded of them put aside their jewels and wore diamond or amethyst crosses. More and more the lives of women were becoming closed in by a narrowing circle of propriety. They were defined as either well-bred or ill-bred, pious or impious, pure or impure. There was no middle ground, at least in theory, and only by strenuous efforts at self-improvement could they attain the propriety, purity and piety that mad them truly worthy.

Carolly Erickson, Our Tempestuous Day: A History of Regency England

[adrianodiprato]

+ “I dwell in possibility" ~ Emily Dickinson

I'm Possible

In the cacophony of life, amidst the relentless noise and the ever-persistent hustle, there lies a quiet, often overlooked truth: the power of your voice. Author and therapist Shannon L. Alder encapsulated this beautifully when she said, "When you give yourself permission to communicate what matters to you in every situation you will have peace despite rejection or disapproval. Putting a voice to your soul helps you to let go of the negative energy of fear and regret.”

In a world that frequently tells you to conform, to silence your uniqueness, and to doubt your dreams, embracing your voice is nothing short of revolutionary. It's a declaration of your existence, a bold statement that says, "I am here, and I matter." This act of self-permission is not just about speaking up; it’s about acknowledging your worth, your passions, and your right to live a life that is authentically yours.

The journey of finding and using your voice is not always easy. It requires courage, especially in the face of rejection and disapproval. But remember, as Muhammad Ali famously declared,

"Impossible is just a big word thrown around by small men who find it easier to live in the world they’ve been given than to explore the power they have to change it. Impossible is not a fact. It’s an opinion. Impossible is not a declaration. It’s a dare. Impossible is potential. Impossible is temporary. Impossible is nothing."

This profound truth underscores the spirit of "Permission Is Triumph," a philosophy I hold dear and have explored in over 750 entries on my Tumblr blog. Often, I am asked what this title means. Simply put, it is a testament to the transformative power of granting oneself the formal consent to pursue one's passions and purpose.

Too often, we allow fear, self-doubt, and the judgments of others to hold us back. These barriers cultivate a fixed mindset, trapping us in the comfort of predictability and safety. But the real magic happens when we grant ourselves permission to break free from these constraints. It's in that moment of self-authorisation that true movement begins, leading to purposeful action and, ultimately, self-actualisation.

Triumph, in this context, is about overcoming those fears and obstacles. It is about rejoicing in our growth and achievements, no matter how small they may seem. Every step taken with permission is a step toward mastery, toward a life where love, learning, and living are in harmonious balance.

The word "is" in "Permission Is Triumph" holds profound significance. It is the present indicative of "be," echoing Shakespeare’s timeless question, "To be or not to be." To merely exist or to live abundantly? That is the essence of my message. Each of us has the obligation to attend to ourselves, to truly live rather than just breathe. Saying yes to ourselves, to this glorious life, is the most liberating act we can undertake.

In granting yourself permission, you allow your heart the freedom to shine its light on everything you do. You stop waiting for meaning to happen to you and start defining your own existence. You realise that you have the power to create your own fulfilment and meaning. This is the core message of "Permission Is Triumph."

So, this is your moment. Embrace it fully. Know deep in your heart that you are enough. You possess the power to decide the course of your life. Let go of fear and regret that have held you back. As Maya Angelou wisely said, “Hope and fear cannot occupy the same space. Invite one to stay.” Choose hope as an act of self-love, a testament to your belief in your own potential. Remember always, you are not only capable—you are possible.

Adriano Di Prato is a best-selling author, broadcaster, co-host of the Game Changers podcast series, and the Academic Operations Manager at LCI Melbourne, a progressive art, design + entrepreneurship private institute of higher education.

[stephensmithuk]

Raffles Down Under

A tour in Australia back then was a serious undertaking.

With the only way to get from the UK to the then British-ruled colonies that would become Australia in 1901 being by the sea, you were talking a very long journey.

The July 1887 Bradshaw's shows fortnightly services of the Orient Line (later to merge into P&O in 1966.) leaving from Tilbury - the port just to the east of London that is now the main one serving the capital - every two weeks for Adelaide, Melbourne and Sydney. It's down as taking 25 days just to reach Suez i.e. the southern end of the Suez Canal and the entrance to the Red Sea. The advert gives zero information as to how long things will take after that, but another month at least would seem reasonable.

The "Ten Pound Poms" i.e. the British who migrated to Australia after the Second World War on an assisted passage basis (£10 single fare but you have stay for more than two years) were looking at five to seven weeks, for point of comparison.

Raffles says that his fare, food, accommodation etc. are being covered as part of the cricket tour. Expenses generally had to be covered and many of these people could afford not to work for half a year or more. The fact the poorer ones couldn't is a big reason why professionalism become a big thing and even today, many athletes rely on grants, endorsements etc.

He'd also have to deal with the deadly Australian wildlife in a less hygienic time...

[rianafying]

hello diary i’m back idk what is happening or why i ever feel what i feel, but here goes nothing

i’ve been feeling very creative today, had a terrible morning woke up insanely dehydrated, could barely move, my arthritis and psoriasis had flared up as well, i had to cancel my gig but they’re fine, they had other people on board. i don’t really feel like i missed out because i literally couldn’t have gone and needed to stay home and rehydrate, plus it’s like 37 degrees outside, i’ll stay home thanks. anyway, so i got some much needed rest and i ate and drank loads of water and i feel replenished now and i feel hopeful and creative and i wish i could’ve just started something, a project or whatever. but i have no many chores standing firmly between me and what i actually want to do. will is a terribly difficult thing to conjure. i had a telehealth appointment to get diagnosed w adhd in melbourne so i can access the necessary treatment, but they’re telling me it’ll be at least $800 and at least 4 sessions to just get diagnosed. and that to me is a huge undertaking. i told them ill think about it but what is there to think of, i know fully well i cant afford it. i wish i had an ipad to draw on. ive been wanting to draw something for ages and i could draw on my physical sketch book but i just haven’t? i just cant? its the guilt from all the chores i haven’t done. there’s a proper inspection due in 4 days and i just know it’s going to cripple me with anxiety as the date comes closer. there’s so much stuff that i want to do. and yet i do nothing. i’m not doing even 1% of everything i want to do, because im stuck doing 100% of the things i hate but have to do. when im older, i hope i get permanent residency in australia or any other first world country, i wish i have a safe and permanent place to live, regardless of size or quality. i wish i have someone who can help me with the tasks i struggle with and i can help them with tasks they struggle with and if we both struggle at the same things, we’ll understand each other, we can struggle and learn together. hopefully this will not be a romantic partner because i don’t think my brain is hardwired to deal with matters of the heart in a stable way. i hope that by the time i feel safe, the children of gaza feel safe too. i hope we win. i thought of them when i got dehydrated and worried that ill get a uti, i thought about how much worse they have it. i think of them all the time but especially when im suffering and im reminded that they have it many folds worse. i try to derive hope, strength, and gratitude from that instead of helplessness, and powerlessness.

i haven’t been able to take out the trash and get rid of my dead plants and they’re starting to attract bugs and i really need to do that today, i’ve been saying that everyday, it’ll just take seconds. i also am very close to having $0 in my account because i had to buy some meds and i found some vitamins for half price and decided to buy a whole buttload of them #forhealthiguess also its SO HOT. and im trying to avoid turning on my air conditioner because my electricity bill last month was $140??? like why? it’s a crazy world out here. crazy expensive. for the millionth time, i really should get a real job soon. or try to. i doubt i’ll ever have enough to be independent. i fear i’ll always be at the mercy of my parents. i fear i’ll heal too slow to keep up with the damage.

all day i did nothing. that’s not true, i went grocery shopping and i made meatballs, and spaghetti and it turned out great. the one thing i always cook successfully is any kind of pasta, never fails. i feel 50% guilty for not doing anything important today. such as taking out the trash, cleaning my room, etc. it’s the one thing i hate doing: house chores. makes me wanna scream, cry and throw up. i made a mistake, last night i accidentally left my earphones on the couch at reception downstairs and hadn’t even realised until earlier today when i was leaving the building and saw it on the couch. i feel so relieved that i live in a place where nobody stole it all day. part of me feels like i don’t deserve to live so well. because for nearly a year, i have been living wonderfully, everything’s going so well, and all my demons are inside of my own head. this is new for me. there’s no actual threat, i think. still feels like there is. i’m less overwhelmed than usual, but still pretty overwhelmed. there’s always too many ideas and not enough ability to implement them. how do i feel chaos and clarity simultaneously. i just need a break from this mental torment. i think getting my apartment clean will definitely help with that. but it’s such a big task, even thinking about it makes me fall to my bed and start to rot. suddenly i find that my body won’t move. adhd sounds like it’s so quirky and funny until you’re surrounded with piles of garbage and flying insects and there is a mysterious sticky brown patch underneath the fridge that just will not move. until there’s no space to walk from one end of the room to the other without stepping on and crushing things underneath my feet. it feels as if my brain has acquired an endless supply of shame and guilt. i will probably not feel focused until my room is actually clean. clean enough to be inspected. clean enough to maybe even have visitors. i get anxious just thinking about the prospect.

[movremovals98-blog]

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Your relocation company should be aware that no two movers are identical and provide services accordingly. Find businesses that can cater to your unique requirements by providing individualized services. Any Melbourne removal company worth its salt will be able to tailor their services to meet your specific needs, whether you're moving to a single-family home, a whole office, or something in between.

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[wool-f]

Wellness: Through & Through | Part Six: The 5am Club 

I’ve spent the last decade online watching videos and reading blogs and articles all claiming that waking up at 5am is the key to changing your life, being productive, becoming to most successful person in the world, the list goes ON. 

As part of this experiment on my body that I’ve been undertaking here on Wellness: Through & Through, I really wanted to try out waking up at 5am and see what changes it had on my life and body. 

If you’re more of a video person, I’ve uploaded a video to my channel for you to watch here, but if you want to see a structured, written out approach, come with me through a journal style approach to waking up at 5am. 

Immediately when I first thought about getting into the 5am routine, I was filled with doubts at the possibility of me becoming a morning person. 

I had hated waking up early for 7am starts when I was in retail and hospitality, I could never imagine doing it WILLINGLY, let alone enjoying it. 

But was I in for the shock of my life - waking up at 5am has changed my life, and I will never go back. 

There are so many significant changes I’ve noticed in my daily routine that have been positive additions since starting my 5am routine and I hate to admit it, but all those articles were correct. It is life changing, you do become a better person. 

I want to start this from the outset saying that waking up at 5am is not going to be for everyone. But I think if the idea has crossed your mind ever, it’s worth giving it a go. 

The biggest change I’ve found in waking up at 5am is that when combined with early morning exercise, I am so much more productive throughout my entire day. It’s actually embarrassing to think about what I was doing before I was waking up at 5am. 

I was doing so much less, I was a lot more lethargic and I was procrastinating a huge amount throughout the day. 

I’m not in any way saying that waking up at 5am has fixed all my problems or cured my love of procrastination, but I am so much more focused and on point when I’m waking up and exercising before the sun has risen. 

I have noticed that when exercise is not factored into the morning routine, I am less productive so that should be noted, but it’s a huge thing that has changed for me. 

Combined in that little change, I’ve noticed I am far less lethargic throughout the afternoon, a fact that has really surprised me. 

Where I would normally go through a mid-afternoon slump, I am powering through my to-do lists, work or off time on the weekends. It’s like a magic trick. 

I’m not sure what the cause of this is, but I’m sure there is a scientist out there who has done a study on it. 

One thing I have enjoyed thoroughly about waking up at 5am, is the extra two hours I get to myself in the morning. Where I was rushing around, shoving my breakfast down my throat and burning my mouth on hot coffee, now I am relaxed, showered and able to eat my breakfast at a normal pace while reading a book. 

There is also a beautiful smell in the air early in the morning, that fades away as the day goes on. I can’t describe it, but I’m sure other people who are early risers can relate. It’s a fresh, crisp smell that hits your nose, and it almost is what I would imagine a fresh imagination to smell like. 

I think deep down it’s the knowledge that nothing bad has happened in the day yet, and there is so much opportunity yet to come, it’s the smell of a new beginning! 

A beautiful part of waking up so early is getting the opportunity to see the sunrise every single day. It’s getting later for me as daylight savings has ended in Melbourne and winter is setting in, but there is really nothing like watching the sunrise and the day begin, knowing you’ve already gotten through the first few hours. 

So, if you hadn’t already guessed, this is a tried and approved message to give the 5am club a go. I honestly am obsessed with waking up early now. I don’t know if it’s because I’m getting older and this is what happens, but it’s definitely something I wish I had done earlier. 

Two tips I have for anyone giving this a go: 

1. Preparation is key: make sure you’re getting enough sleep the night before, that you’re hydrated before bed and that you have your clothes ready to go for the following morning to motivate you to move from the comfortable pillow palace you’ve made yourself over night. It will be a rough first week/two weeks when you begin, but if you’re ready to go from the moment you open your eyes, it will make it so much easier. 

2. Have a consequence for not getting up - I always book a 6am pilates class to force me out of bed, otherwise I’ll cop a late cancellation or a no-show fee. Having something to do as soon as you get up is honestly the key to success with this, especially if you’re a lover of sleep like I am. 

Don’t put too much pressure on yourself if you’re giving this a go, it’s not the easiest thing in the world to conquer. The day won’t change if you get up at 5.30am or 5.45am, but I think it’s really worth giving it a go, even just to give yourself an extra few hours in the morning to do something you enjoy, like read a book, or catch up on a TV show. 

Let me know if you give this one a go, and how you enjoyed/hated it in the comments below! 

You can find me on all my other socials using the handle @kweenofthieves, but outside that, I’ll be back with you all next week! 

All my love, 

Gxx

[thatpaintedpony]

It’s Christmas day so you know what that means . . . year in review time! And whooo boy what a year it has been.

In February, I took Sky to the DNSW competition at SIEC for what was “supposed” to be our last real hurrah at Prelim level before we started looking to make the move to Novice. She went incredibly well, scoring a 71% in one test and a 72% in the other. Competing at SIEC was basically a walk in the park by this point, but I was absolutely thrilled by how well she went. I also had a ridden photoshoot with my best bitch Lexi and we got some absolutely stunning photos with Sky (both of us incredibly sweaty – don’t miss that about the Hawkesbury).

In May, Sky and I had our first crack at Novice in an unofficial competition with the Murrumbateman Adult Riding club. Despite barely warming up because my boot zipper broke right before my test, she put in a really solid effort. Our leg yields weren’t great and she was a little unbalanced in some of the 10m circles, but we definitely didn’t embarrass ourselves. Unfortunately, we’d already entered the ACTDA comp a couple of weeks later at Prelim, thinking we weren’t quite ready for Official novice. Turns out we definitely could have done it!

The ACTDA day was not, unfortunately, our day however. I think she was still holding some stiffness from the fence incident and she was very very tense, against the bridle and stiff. I made two errors of course in one of my tests and was a bit disappointed with it overall. Even so, we got 62 and 68% in our two tests and placed third in both, proving we were well and truly ready for the move up to Novice.

With the inaugural Hawkesbury Dressage Festival fast approaching, with us entered in both Prelim and Novice tests, and our first ever freestyle . . . I fell over and broke my hand like a knob two weeks before the festival. I’ve never been so absolutely gutted. It wasn’t even a fun story. I just slipped on some ice, and that was it.

Still, since a certain someone had pestered me into joining the committee, I had to go anyway. My amazing friends kept me from feeling too down that I couldn’t ride and put together a gorgeous birthday celebration to keep my spirits up. It was a massive undertaking over the span of 9 days and I had a lot of fun.

I did, however, catch Covid at the festival and had the worst week ever (covid sucks yall).

Once I got over the old ‘rona, I started lunging Sky again in preparation for when I might be able to ride again (she was spicy) and then in mid July at long last I was back in the saddle again. Only to get flooded, almost immediately.

I had, for some insane reason, entered NSW State Dressage Championships at the start of September, and between the INCESSANT rain, covid and my broken hand, we really did not have the most ideal lead up. We did what we could to make it work, doing walk work when it was too wet to trot, trotting when we could, but MAN. It was not the best. We spent most of our time slopping around in fetlock deep mud and it was just truly putrid. And then I had the bright idea to got to Singapore the week before the comp! Because I am well prepared. And sensible.

Anyway, Singapore was awesome, though humid, and we did make it to states, despite our massive lack of preparation. And, of course, Sky was absolutely incredible. Despite not being ridden in the leadup to the comp, she put in two lovely tests and we placed 7th and 4th which, for our first ever states was just so exciting.

The weather remained incredibly shit. Through October, we had 3 floods and nearly constant rain. Fucking La nina, I tell you.

Anyway, at the end of October, we had entered AOR Nationals and while she didn’t give me the best feel on the day, she was an absolute trooper and we still came away with a 5th place ribbon. She floated up amazing, was great in the stable, and just really was awesome. November brought, at LONG last, Equitana! 18 months after we first planned our Equitana trip, at long last we made it to Melbourne for 4 days of non-stop horsey goodness. We met up with our online horsey friends and had an incredible time just living and breathing horses.

Despite a successful competition year, we never managed to get our official Novice start. After scratching from the Festival, we tried to enter two other ACTDA comps at Novice, both cancelled due to rain. We then entered the Canberra Classic in November aaaand she pulled up lame with a horrible case of seedy toe.

And that was pretty much it. She was lame for nearly two months with the seedy toe, and we’ve just been walking a lot to try and keep her brain occupied and her muscles working while we wait for it to grow out. December is apparently not our month. So. It’s been a massive year. We went to our first State Championship, our first National Championship. Cracked 70% at Prelim, did our first (Unofficial) Novice and moved halfway across the state. On the whole, it has been a stressful, up and down sort of year. But I have sworn never to enter another Prelim on this horse and I have high hopes for Novice this year! Fingers crossed for no more disasters!

[opera-ghosts]

 Here a portrait of Florence Austral, from 1929.

One of the world’s great Wagnerian sopranos was born Florence Mary Wilson in the humble Melbourne suburb of Richmond on 16 April 1892. From 1903, when her mother remarried, she took the name Florence Fawaz. After some basic voice training she won several prizes in the 1913 Ballarat South Street competitions and was accepted as a pupil of the respected Elise Wiedermann, first at Fritz Hart’s Albert Street Conservatorium, and later at the University of Melbourne Conservatorium. By 1919 she was ready to undertake further studies in New York, but not before she had been engaged by J.C. Williamson Filmsto sing between silent movie presentations at the Paramount Theatre in Bourke Street. Her associate artist was New Zealand born flautist John Amadio.

New York proved professionally disappointing, so the young soprano tried her luck among the many Australian singers in London. There, in September 1920, she made her professional debut singing at a fashionable restaurant. Adopting the stage name ‘Florence Austral’ in tribute to her homeland, she made her operatic debut as Brünnhilde in Wagner’s Die Walküre with the British National Opera Company at Covent Garden on 16 May 1922. Later in the season she also sang Brünnhilde in Siegfried and Götterdämmerung. She made the first of her many recordings in September, and then toured Britain with the BNOC, singing the Wagner repertoire and the title role in Aida. She sang in concerts and continued her studies at the London School of Opera.

Parts of her performance in Siegfried at Covent Garden on 11 January 1923, conducted by Eugene Goossens, were broadcast ‘live’ by the BBC. On 20 January she shared the stage with Melba in a gala finale to the BNOC’s season and in June she sang Tristan and Isolde for the first time.

In 1925 Austral sang in the United States, but her auditions for the Metropolitan Opera were unsuccessful, probably because of her increasing weight. She returned to London, where she and John Amadio married. During their honeymoon in the USA, Austral made her New York debut at Carnegie Hall on 2 January 1926.

She visited America again in 1927, 1928 and 1929, singing in concert and in Aida, Die Walküre and Götterdämmerung with the Philadelphia Civic Opera Company. She joined tenor Richard Crooks in an all-Wagner concert at the Metropolitan Opera House on 27 January 1929. Back in London she sang another Walküre at Covent Garden. In 1930 she and Amadio made a triumphant ‘homecoming’ concert tour of Australia under the management of E.J. Carroll. That year she also toured South Africa, sang Wagner with the Städtische Opera in Berlin – an engagement that was curtailed because of her imperfect German – and commenced another American tour. In 1932 she sang in the Netherlands and returned to Covent Garden in Tristan and Isolde. In New York in January 1933 she was one of 1,800 performers in a bizarre presentation of Beethoven’s Choral Symphony in the vastness of Madison Square Garden.

In 1934 Austral and Amadio returned to Australia for a concert tour under the direction of a budding local entrepreneur, A.D.M. ‘Archy’ Longden. His advance manager, Madeleine Clarke, was said to be ‘the only female concert manager operating in the Commonwealth’. The beautifully designed and printed souvenir programmes were available with a range of coloured covers to harmonise with lady patrons’ gowns, and were bound with transparent glassine wrappers ‘to prevent any damage to white evening gloves.’

Austral, Amadio and their pianist, Raymond Lambert, attracted publicity wherever they went. Unfortunately their visit to Albury coincided with the grisly discovery of the mutilated corpse of a young woman. This was the start of the notorious ‘Pyjama Girl’ mystery, and flights of fancy tried to link the Austral party to the crime, even suggesting that Longden or Lambert may have been the murderer.

Austral then took her place as the star of Sir Benjamin Fuller’s noblest venture, his Royal Grand Opera Company, which was designed to complement the excitement generated by Melbourne’s centenary. The company debuted at the refurbished Apollo Theatre in Bourke Street on 29 September 1934 with Austral in the title role of Aida – her first appearance in opera in her homeland. Over the next months, in Sydney and Melbourne, she sang in Walküre, Tristan and Isolde and, for the first time, Tosca, The Flying Dutchman and The Pearl Fishers (its Australian premiere). Austral later undertook a series of recitals and opera broadcasts for the ABC. In 1936-37 she made her final United States tour.

Austral returned to Britain, but the musical landscape had altered: broadcasting had eroded concert audiences, and other dramatic sopranos had usurped her place at Covent Garden. Her voice had also lost much of its lustre and her technique had started to deteriorate. In 1938 she sang in Walküre and Cavalleria Rusticana for Sadler’s Wells and Il Trovatore and Der Freischutz for the Dublin Operatic Society at the Gaiety Theatre, Dublin. She sang Lohengrin there in 1939; it was her last appearance in opera. British concert engagements dwindled alarmingly; in 1945 she and Amadio returned to Australia.

When Austral sang at the 1946 Carols by Candlelight concert in Melbourne, her performance revealed the sorry state of her voice. She did not sing in public again. She taught at the University of Melbourne and helped with Gertrude Johnson’s 1948 National Theatre Opera seasons. In 1952 she accepted Eugene Goossens’ offer of a position at the new Newcastle Conservatorium. She resigned in 1959 and taught privately for a while, but by then she was in straightened circumstances and suffering from multiple sclerosis. Friends such as actor Max Oldaker rallied round and EMI reissued some of her greatest recordings. She died in virtual obscurity on 15 May 1968. Her husband, from whom she was estranged, had died in 1964 during rehearsals for a Melbourne concert.

The Newcastle Conservatorium has awarded an annual Florence Austral Memorial Scholarship since 1970.

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New SpaceTime out Wednesday

SpaceTime 20241023 Series 27 Episode 128

Scientists date the Moon's oldest impact crater

Scientists believe they’ve pinpointed the age of the massive South Pole-Aitken basin largest and oldest impact crater on the Moon finding it to be over 4.32 billion years old.

Scientists recreate the sound of Earth's magnetic polar flip

With growing evidence that the Earth’s magnetic poles are about to flip, scientists have recreated the sound of Earth's magnetic polar flip.

X-37B Space Shuttle undertakes pioneering aerobraking manoeuvre

The United States Space Force's X-37B space shuttle has just completed a novel aerobraking manoeuvre to adjust its orbit flight path around Earth.

The Science Report

A new study has found that deaths tend to increase in the days after an extreme rain event.

The real health effects of Mediterranean style diets on young people.

New energy-efficient bricks using scrap materials, including glass, that are normally destined for landfill.

Alex on Tech is your car spying on you.

SpaceTime covers the latest news in astronomy & space sciences.

The show is available every Monday, Wednesday and Friday through Apple Podcasts (itunes), Stitcher, Google Podcast, Pocketcasts, SoundCloud, Bitez.com, YouTube, your favourite podcast download provider, and from www.spacetimewithstuartgary.com

SpaceTime is also broadcast through the National Science Foundation on Science Zone Radio and on both i-heart Radio and Tune-In Radio.

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SpaceTime -- A brief history

SpaceTime is Australia’s most popular and respected astronomy and space science news program – averaging over two million downloads every year. We’re also number five in the United States.  The show reports on the latest stories and discoveries making news in astronomy, space flight, and science.  SpaceTime features weekly interviews with leading Australian scientists about their research.  The show began life in 1995 as ‘StarStuff’ on the Australian Broadcasting Corporation’s (ABC) NewsRadio network.  Award winning investigative reporter Stuart Gary created the program during more than fifteen years as NewsRadio’s evening anchor and Science Editor.  Gary’s always loved science. He studied astronomy at university and was invited to undertake a PHD in astrophysics, but instead focused on his career in journalism and radio broadcasting. Gary’s radio career stretches back some 34 years including 26 at the ABC. He worked as an announcer and music DJ in commercial radio, before becoming a journalist and eventually joining ABC News and Current Affairs. He was part of the team that set up ABC NewsRadio and became one of its first on air presenters. When asked to put his science background to use, Gary developed StarStuff which he wrote, produced and hosted, consistently achieving 9 per cent of the national Australian radio audience based on the ABC’s Nielsen ratings survey figures for the five major Australian metro markets: Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide, and Perth.  The StarStuff podcast was published on line by ABC Science -- achieving over 1.3 million downloads annually.  However, after some 20 years, the show finally wrapped up in December 2015 following ABC funding cuts, and a redirection of available finances to increase sports and horse racing coverage.  Rather than continue with the ABC, Gary resigned so that he could keep the show going independently.  StarStuff was rebranded as “SpaceTime”, with the first episode being broadcast in February 2016.  Over the years, SpaceTime has grown, more than doubling its former ABC audience numbers and expanding to include new segments such as the Science Report -- which provides a wrap of general science news, weekly skeptical science features, special reports looking at the latest computer and technology news, and Skywatch – which provides a monthly guide to the night skies. The show is published three times weekly (every Monday, Wednesday and Friday) and available from the United States National Science Foundation on Science Zone Radio, and through both i-heart Radio and Tune-In Radio.

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The Best Road Trips Melbourne Visit in Mornington Peninsula

Embark on one of the best road trips from Melbourne to the Mornington Peninsula, a destination packed with natural beauty and adventure. Enjoy scenic coastal drives, pristine beaches, and charming seaside villages. Highlights include the relaxing Peninsula Hot Springs, the breathtaking views at Arthur’s Seat, and the historic Cape Schanck Lighthouse. With world-class wineries, fresh local produce, and family-friendly attractions, the Mornington Peninsula offers a perfect getaway just an hour’s drive from Melbourne.

Why The Mornington Peninsula Tops The List of Best Road Trips Melbourne Offers

A short drive from the bustling city, the Mornington Peninsula is a top pick for the best road trips Melbourne offers. This scenic region boasts a mix of stunning beaches, rolling vineyards, and charming towns, providing something for every traveler. Its proximity to Melbourne makes it an ideal day trip or weekend escape.

 A Highlight of The Best Road Trips Melbourne to Mornington Peninsula of Coastal Drives

One of the most memorable aspects of this road trip is the breathtaking coastal drives. As you navigate winding roads, you’ll be treated to sweeping views of the ocean, rugged cliffs, and golden sands. Stops at locations like Dromana and Sorrento enhance the experience, making the journey as enjoyable as the destination.

The Peninsula Hot Springs in The Best Road Trips in Melbourne List

A visit to the Peninsula Hot Springs is a must on this road trip. These natural thermal baths offer a tranquil escape, perfect for unwinding after a scenic drive. The hot springs provide a unique, rejuvenating experience that ranks high among the best road trips Melbourne travelers can enjoy.

Culinary Delights on The Best World-Class Wineries Road Trips Melbourne Includes

The Mornington Peninsula is renowned for its world-class wineries and fresh local produce. Take time to explore cellar doors and enjoy wine tastings, or indulge in farm-to-table dining experiences. Stops at the region’s renowned vineyards add a flavorful dimension to this top-rated Melbourne road trip.

Arthur’s Seat on The Best Road Trips Melbourne Adventure Itinerary

For a touch of adventure, head to Arthur’s Seat, the highest point on the Peninsula. Ride the scenic gondola for panoramic views or enjoy hiking trails surrounded by lush greenery. This iconic spot adds a thrill to your road trip and is a must-visit location.

Cape Schanck Lighthouse on The Best Road Trips Melbourne for Families

Cape Schanck Lighthouse is a family-friendly highlight of the Mornington Peninsula. Explore the historic lighthouse, walk along the boardwalks, and take in the rugged coastal scenery. It’s an educational and picturesque stop that makes this one of the best road trips Melbourne families can undertake.

The Best Road Trips Melbourne with Relaxing Coastal Escapes

Mornington Peninsula’s pristine beaches, such as those in Rye and Portsea, are perfect for sunbathing, swimming, and picnics. These serene spots make this road trip ideal for anyone looking to unwind by the sea, adding the perfect conclusion to one of the best road trips Melbourne has to offer.

Conclusion

The Mornington Peninsula combines relaxation, adventure, and culinary delights, making it one of the best road trips Melbourne residents and visitors can experience. Its proximity to the city, scenic routes, and diverse attractions ensure an unforgettable getaway.

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Dirt Removal Service in Melbourne

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Bhakti Yoga | Hare Krishna Melbourne

Bhakti Yoga is a spiritual practice of yoga; meaning that learning how to to become a practitioner requires more than just physical practice. Truly undertaking the practice of bhakti yoga requires beginners to immerse themselves in the practice and philosophy of Bhakti yoga. To begin learning how to practice bhakti yoga and maintain a vedic lifestyle, there are four principles you should start with: association, books, chanting, and diet.

[beyondplumbings]

How To Choose The Best Plumbing Supplies For Your Needs?

Selecting the right plumbing supplies is a critical step in ensuring the success and longevity of any plumbing project, whether it’s a small DIY repair or a large-scale installation. The market offers various options with varying qualities, materials, and prices. 

To help guide you through this process, we’ve compiled a practical guide on choosing the best plumbing supplies Melbourne market for your specific needs.

1. Understand the Scope of Your Project

Before you begin purchasing plumbing supplies, it's important to assess the requirements of your project. Whether you are replacing a single fixture, repairing a leak, or undertaking a complete plumbing installation, understanding the scope of the work will help you determine what materials and tools you need. 

Identifying the specific plumbing systems—such as water supply, drainage, or gas lines—will also guide you toward the appropriate materials.

If you need clarification on the details of your project, consulting with a professional plumber can save you time and money. They can provide insight into the supplies needed and help you avoid unnecessary purchases.

2. Prioritise Quality Over Cost

While it’s tempting to opt for cheaper plumbing supplies, especially for minor repairs, quality should be your primary concern. Low-quality materials might lead to problems, such as frequent repairs, leaks, or reduced performance. 

Investing in high-quality plumbing supplies can provide peace of mind, knowing your plumbing system will perform reliably for years.

When searching for plumbing supplies in Melbourne market, choose suppliers with trusted brands and proven track records for durability and reliability. While the initial investment might be higher, quality materials reduce the need for frequent maintenance or replacement, saving you money over time.

3. Material Selection: Plastic vs. Metal

Choosing between plastic and metal materials is an important decision when purchasing plumbing supplies. Both have distinct advantages and are suited for different applications.

Plastic Pipes (PVC, PEX): Plastic pipes are lightweight, flexible, and generally more affordable than metal. They are corrosion-resistant and ideal for indoor applications, particularly residential plumbing systems. However, they may be less durable in extreme outdoor conditions.

Metal Pipes (Copper, Brass): Metal pipes are highly durable and capable of withstanding higher pressure and temperatures, making them suitable for indoor and outdoor plumbing. Though they come at a higher price point, they provide superior performance and are ideal for long-term installations.

Understanding your project’s specific requirements is essential to choosing the most appropriate material for the job. The plumbing supplies services in Melbourne market offers plastic and metal options, allowing you to decide based on your needs.

4. Ensure Compatibility

Compatibility between components is crucial when selecting plumbing supplies. For instance, pipes, fittings, and connectors must match size, material, and thread type to ensure a secure and leak-free installation. Incompatible parts can lead to system failures, which can be costly.

Always double-check product specifications and consult with your supplier if you have doubts about compatibility. When purchasing from plumbing supplies Melbourne providers, inquire about the product's compatibility to avoid costly mistakes.

5. Choose a Trusted Supplier

The supplier you choose can greatly influence the outcome of your plumbing project. Opt for a supplier with a strong reputation for providing quality plumbing supplies and excellent customer service. 

A reliable supplier should have knowledgeable staff who can offer expert advice and ensure your selected products meet your needs.

Key factors to look for in a reputable supplier include:

A wide range of quality products suitable for various plumbing needs

Helpful and experienced staff who can offer guidance on material selection

Availability of stock and reliable delivery options

Selecting a supplier with these qualities ensures that you receive high-quality products and can rely on prompt customer service should you encounter any issues during your project.

Conclusion: The Right Plumbing Supplies for a Successful Project

Choosing the right plumbing supplies is essential to the success and durability of your plumbing system. By carefully assessing your project’s requirements, prioritising quality, ensuring material compatibility, and working with a trusted supplier, you can confidently complete any plumbing task—whether simple or complex.

When purchasing plumbing supplies, select reputable suppliers who offer reliable products suited to your needs. This approach will not only help you avoid unnecessary costs but will also guarantee the performance and longevity of your plumbing system.

Source From : How To Choose The Best Plumbing Supplies For Your Needs?

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Renovators’ Guide to Choosing Floor Sanding Experts

Choosing the right floor sanding expert can ultimately elevate your home’s vibe, adding a fresh, refined look that lasts. But finding someone who gets your style, stays within your budget, and delivers exceptional results can be tricky. This guide will help you discover everything you need to know to choose the best floor sanding specialist in Melbourne. You’ll bring new life and value to your space with the right pro.

Why Floor Sanding is Key in Renovations

Floor sanding is necessary for any renovation, especially if your home features beautiful hardwood or timber floors. But with the right expert, results can be smooth and smooth. That’s why finding the best floor sanding specialist in Melbourne is essential. A skilled pro will ensure even sanding, precise polishing, and a flawless finish, letting your floors shine in their full character and increasing their durability.

How to Find Your Ideal Floor Sanding Expert

Picking the right floor sanding contractor involves a few essential steps. Here’s how to simplify the process:

Get Referrals and Do Your Research

 Start by asking friends, family, or colleagues for recommendations. Personal experiences offer valuable insights into a contractor's work quality and reliability.

Verification of Qualifications and Certifications

Ensure that the professional you choose has the qualifications and certification required. The qualification can include the licenses for your region and insurance, among other relevant training like floor sanding. A legit, best floor sanding specialist in Melbourne will always be able to present proof of his qualification.

Experience Is Everything

Ask how much experience the floor sanding professional has. How long have they been in business? Have they worked on projects like yours? A contractor with a reliable work history and long experience should be your best choice to produce finer results.

Request a Portfolio

A professional floor sanding expert should have a portfolio of his previous works. Request him to show you examples of completed projects, especially those with a similar floor type or condition. This would help you better understand his work's style and quality.

Get Multiple Quotes

Do not accept a quote by the first you meet with. Seek bids from at least three contractors to obtain a value range for your project comparable to the average quote for this undertaking. Note that, although they may look pretty low compared to the estimated quotes, very low and unusually affordable quotes might also refer to compromises on quality

How the Task Will Be Done

Every flooring company has a slightly different approach to sanding. Ask the potential pros about their sanding process, what equipment they use, the number of passes on the sanding required, and how they handle dust management.

The Perks of Partnering with a Floor Sanding Pro

There may be better approaches than DIY when it comes to floor sanding. An expert saves you time and delivers results that last longer and add more value to your property. Here are some benefits of working with the best floor sanding specialist in Melbourne:

Perfect Finish: Professional-grade sanders get a finish that DIY methods cannot achieve.

Increased Floor Longevity: A floor sanding expert can increase the life cycle of your wooden floor by proper sanding, sealing, and finishing, hence reducing the frequent repair needs of your floors.

Quality floor finishes increase your home's beauty and market value.

Questions to Ask Before Hiring a Floor Sanding

To make sure you’re hiring a reputable and reliable floor sanding expert, ask the following questions:

How Familiar Are You with Various Wood Types?

 Each type of wood has unique characteristics that necessitate specific sanding methods. The top floor sanding specialists in Melbourne will have in-depth knowledge of different wood varieties and can recommend the most effective techniques and finishes for your flooring project.

Which Professional-Grade Equipment Do You Rely On?

Quality tools are crucial for a smooth, even finish. Ensure your specialist uses modern, well-maintained machinery and follows dust containment practices to keep your home clean.

Can You Provide a Detailed Quote?

Transparent pricing is essential. A good floor sanding expert will provide a comprehensive quote detailing labour, materials, and other costs.

Preparing Your Home for Floor Sanding

After choosing the right specialist, take these steps to get your home ready for the floor sanding process:

Clear the Room: Move out all furniture, rugs, and decor. An open space helps the contractor work more effectively, ensuring a smooth and professional finish.

Don't let your pet or your children join you in the room while working since when sanding, particles are airborne and generate unnecessary noise.

Discuss Access: Talk to your contractor about access to your home. Inform them which entrance to utilise and if any security measures need to be implemented.

Conclusion

Choosing the best floor sanding specialist in Melbourne is remarkable as it contributes to the success of your renovation project. A combination of adequate research, good questions, and an evaluation help find a suitable candidate and quality services. With their abilities, you, your dreams, and those wooden floors can be worked on beautifully to enhance your house for years.

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Why Hiring Custom Office Fitout Professionals is Essential for a Successful Project

If you are thinking about reshaping the look and feel of your workspace, then you should strongly consider hiring boutique and modern custom office furniture fitout professionals to take care of this project. With an experienced team on your side, your Melbourne office furniture fitout will undergo a significant transformation that reflects the needs and culture of your business.

At IC Corporate Interiors, we undertake modern commercial custom office furniture and fitouts in Melbourne that are both affordable and of a high standard. Importantly, our professionals bring with them the expertise and skills required to deliver a successful project each and every time. Here are some of the key reasons why you should hire professionals the next time you plan on a new boutique office furniture fitout for your Melbourne office.

Expertise and Experience

There is a lot more that goes into a boutique custom office furniture fitout in Melbourne than what you may initially suspect. These are comprehensive projects that require a professional touch to be executed effectively. Hiring professional office furniture fit out experts guarantee you have the expertise and experience on your side to ensure the job gets done in the right way.

An experienced team will bring with them knowledge of the necessary regulations, the best suppliers, and any other relevant industry contacts to ensure your modern custom office furniture fitout is not only of a high standard, but ticking all the right boxes. This team will then have the skills to execute on the project, ensuring a new, fully-tailored office space that meets your team’s needs.

At IC Corporate Interiors, we have the experience and expertise to deliver high quality boutique custom office furniture fitouts for Melbourne businesses of all shapes and sizes, as well as office workstation partitions in Melbourne. Our team avoids the common issues that often hamper such projects, ensuring that every detail is being covered off and no corners are being cut.

Taking Care Of The Entire Project

A boutique office furniture fitout in Melbourne has a lot more to it than simply buying new office furniture and calling it a day. It requires careful planning, an understanding of how to maximise the available space, the ability to design and implement the new office furniture and fittings, and so much more. This is why hiring professional custom office furniture fitout experts who can take care of every aspect of the project will save you time, energy, and money in the long run.

Here is the proven custom office design process we use at IC Corporate Interiors to ensure each Melbourne custom office furniture fitout delivers on the desired results:

Create a detailed custom office furniture floor plan outlining all the necessary requirements based on our on-site consultation.

Using this custom office furniture floor plan, we create a 3D computer generated model to help better realise perspective and space.

We render this 3D model with all the chosen materials so both the designers and you can visualise the fitout.

We supply and install your new custom office furniture fitout in Melbourne, facilitated by our designer who will remain onsite until you are happy with the final result.

Discover more about Custom Made Office Furniture to gain a complete understanding.