Author Archives: Judith.Ngai
Happy Australia Day!
It’s that time of the year again. In preparation for Australia Day festivities on January 26, locals all over the nation will dig out their green and gold-coloured clothing, host a barbie and knock back a beer by the pool. The more traditional patriots will also be found at flag-raising and citizenship ceremonies at their local council headquarters. But if you are looking for something a little different to do on Australia Day this year, why not head to its regional heartland?
The End of A Country Practice
ABC News reported today that a $12 million trial using internet video links between Melbourne specialists and patients in regional Victoria has been extended to June 2010. The success of this project, and its continued existence, comes at a critical time for rural healthcare in Australia.
Posted in Technology Tagged broadband, digital technology, doctors, healthcare, internet, rural health 2 Comments
Global and Local Live Music Acts Come to Town
There is no time like the present to explore the wealth of live entertainment on your very own doorstep, with many popular local and international artists scheduled to perform in the Central Coast region of NSW in the next few months.
Posted in Culture Tagged Byron Bay, Central Coast, entertainment, music, New South Wales, Newcastle, Newcastle New South Wales, Vanessa Amorosi Leave a comment
Bush Pubs: A D(r)ying Breed