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ISSUE 11
04/06/14
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INSIDE *IPSWICH CUP *WINTERNATIONALS *IPSWICH NEWS *DEFENCE NEWS
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EDITOR Funny girl on her way... I’ve always loved a good night out with live comedy, so imagine how excited I am that Fiona O’Loughlin is coming to Ipswich! A veteran of the live comedy circuit, she was a delight to talk to and she can’t wait to get out to regional areas, which includes Ipswich (despite our proximity to Brisbane), so check her out on June 19 at Brothers! In this issue we also have one of our biggest GIVEAWAYS ever, with heaps of Transformers prizes to be won, along with books, movie passes and some amazing ‘Maleficent’ packs, all of which can’t be bought in stores, so get your entries in! Also in this issue we feature the social event of the year, as preparations for the 2014 Ipswich Cup get underway. What will YOU be wearing this year? We’ve got all the news on the big day plus a great fashion feature. Ipswich Life is proud to be your ‘Positive Alternative’, and we continue to be FREE for our readers, so please let our advertisers know you saw it in Ipswich Life and support local business. Till next time..... E: darren@strikepublications.com.au
inside ... 2. Winternationals roar into Ipswich 6. Ipswich Cup feature 12. Ipswich Cup Fashion 14. Smart weapons tested
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Many different birds will soon flock, along with their owners, to the Ipswich Showgrounds for a popular annual festival. Ipswich City Council Community and Customer Service Committee Chairperson Councillor Bruce Casos said council would be once again lending its support to the Ipswich Bird Spectacular Festival of Feathers. “The festival which will be staged at the Main Exhibit Hall at the Ipswich Showgrounds on June 8 is Queensland’s biggest annual bird show,” Cr Casos said. “The 2014 show is expected to showcase about 1800 birds including Canaries, Budgies, Finches, Lovebirds, Parrots, Lorikeets, Quail, Doves and poultry.” A variety of examples of different species, types and colour variations will be on display. Birds also will be available for sale along with bird supplies and equipment. “Previously known as the Ipswich City and Country Bird Spectacular, this event is a combined effort of the Ipswich District and Budgerigar Society, the Ipswich Canary Society and the Queensland Finch Society and has been an annual event for the Ipswich region since 2000. “Organisers are expecting approximately 1500 people including exhibitors and visitors to attend the 2014 event.” The gates will open to the public from 8.30am to 1.30pm. General inquiries about the spectacular can be directed to Barney on 3294 6484.
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Fiona’s on her way!
Fiona O’Loughlin, one of the best known comics in the nation, is making her way for the first time to Ipswich this month for one performance only that is bound to be a sellout. Performing for most of her adult life, Fiona spoke to Ipswich Life from her new home in Melbourne about life on the road, being a working mum and her love of visiting areas outside of the capitals, as she brings her show direct from the Melbourne International Comedy Festival to Brothers on June 19. “We’ve been trying to do some different places as much as we can as I love doing regional areas, its my favourite thing to do,” Fiona said. “I’m made up of regional bones. I love the audiences. I find that I can speak more shorthand with regional audiences as they get stuff quicker, I don’t know why that is. I was raised in a small town and I just have an affinity for regional areas.“ Growing up in the tiny Yorke Peninsula town of Warooka in South Australia, current population less than 300, Fiona lived for many years in Alice Springs, and as a mother of five found that life as a comedian wasn’t the best for a working mum. She must have run up a lot of Frequent Flyer points. Has she ever considered adding up all the miles she’s travelled over the years? “Oh my God, no I haven’t, but it must be a lot.
I’ve got a lifetime gold pass, and a platinum card. My daughter said that its good that if I ever get homeless there is somewhere that I can always have a shower and a bowl of soup! “It was too much living in Alice Springs, as it was 8 months of the year I was on the road, but now I’m based in Melbourne, and I’m only on the road 4 months a year. Alice Springs normally only has one flight in and out a day. I still love travelling though! “It’s a bit tricky translating where I am on Punt Road in Melbourne versus Alice Springs. I live on an artery to the city, basically. Dave O’Neil told me to ‘think of it as the sound of the ocean’, its weird that eventually your brain blocks out the noise, but I love it living here. “Being a working mum certainly gave me my initial audience base, and I’m so lucky that that base audience has come along and stayed, but many more are coming on board which makes me better. As long as I keep my eyes and ears open, I have a lot more younger people coming to my shows now. I don’t know what that’s about, as I’m not trying to be groovy and down with the kids. That’s the last thing I want but as long as I have something that relates
to the audience, young and old. That’s the thing that makes you work harder in that respect.” After years of travelling around Australia and the globe, Fiona easily knows the answer when asked about the strangest place she’s ever done. “The strangest place? Port Moresby in PNG, it was the weirdest place. I couldn’t work out what was going on. It wasn’t really my fault, they were expecting a stripper. It was all politicians and businessmen, way before the internet, I was 26 and everything was lost in translation. “I think as you age you become less concerned with stuff like that, or Twitter or Facebook. All I’ve ever wanted to do was transport my ‘dinner party self’ onto the stage. I’m peeling off as many layers as I can, I speak to the audience as I do my friends.” With concerts, NRL, AFL and big theatre productions all with attendances dropping over the last couple of years, comedians seem to be flourishing. Something not lost on one of the nation’s hardest working comedians. “As a nation, as a planet…we need to laugh more. The only two industries that thrived in the Great Depression were vaudeville and booze, so people will always want to be entertained. “This show I’m bringing to Ipswich is the same one I did at the Melbourne International Comedy Festival. Its in essence five stories, one includes a ‘nearly’ affair, and others from travelling the road.” Talking of travelling, is there one thing Fiona never tours without? “That’s easy...my headphones. I have these big headphones. My kids are absolutley mortified that I wear them, but I love my music, and I love touring. I’m really looking forward to this tour, I can’t wait to see you guys.” Fiona O’Loughlin plays Ipswich on June 19 at Brothers. Tickets available at Brothers or online at www. ipswichtickets.com.au.
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SPECIAL FEATURE
WinterNats roar into Ipswich
Photo: Allan “the Fireman” Dobson
The countdown is on to the drag racing event of the year - the Fuchs WinterNationals, to be held at Willowbank Raceway this coming Queens Birthday long weekend 5 - 8 June.
The Winternationals is one of the racing highlight of year and attracts up to 500 racers and 30,000 spectators over four days. Feature racing includes: Top Fuel, Top Alcohol, Top Doorslammer,
Pro Stock, Top Fuel Motorcycle, Pro Stock Motorcycle Other racing includes: Competition, Super Stock, Super Compact, Competition Bike, Donnelly Blasting Services
Supercharged Outlaws, Knijff Earthmoving Modified, Powercruise Super Sedan, Prime Signs/Speed Elec Super Street, Modified Bike, Junior Dragster, Super Gas and Factory Xtreme.
‘Fireman’ Dobson on a hot streak to WinterNats From the past three rounds of the ANDRA Top Fuel championship, West Australian fireman Allan Dobson has emerged victorious each time, seeing him in the box seat of the Top Fuel title chase as it heads to the FUCHS Winternationals this weekend. The Winternationals is a favoured stomping ground of Dobson, after he won the 2012 event before returning to Willowbank Raceway in 2014 to claim victory from both championship rounds of the Santo’s Super 3 Extreme Drag Race event presented by Uplift Cranes and Titan Cranes, held at Easter. Courtesy of his recent form and a runnersup result at the Perth Westernationals, Dobson will lead the title chase to Willowbank Raceway as he looks to put together a fourth consecutive victory for the Rapisarda Autosport International team. “Both myself and the team have been so pleased with the recent results, and especially
with being able to win the Louie Rapisarda Top Fuel Trophy at Easter,” said Dobson, who claimed the memorial trophy that honours RAI team owner Santo Rapisarda’s own son by taking the most points of any Top Fuel driver over the two day, two round Easter event. “While Sydney’s X-Champs presented a bit of a challenge we were able to find that balance again come race day, and now we come back to Willowbank Raceway 40 points in front of the title chase and ready to make a good assault to try and win the championship for the Rapisarda Autosport International team, which would be a maiden Top Fuel title for myself and crew chief Santino.”
With the recent hot streak and the biggest event of the year on the horizon, Dobson and the team are very much aware of the external pressures being in contention for the championship can bring. “We are very much looking forward to getting to Willowbank Raceway and participating at the FUCHS Winternationals, it is such a special event on the calendar and especially at this time of my career where I am chasing the championship it really does mean everything to me,” said the Quinns Rock (WA) resident. Main photo: Allan Dobson in action at Willowbank Raceway in Easter 2014.
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American girl racer heading to Ipswich Twenty-eight year old Grace Howell will make her debut in the Australian professional ranks at Willowbank Raceway’s FUCHS Winternationals (5-8 June 2014), competing in the Pro Stock category. It will be the first time the former professional NHRA drag racer will compete on Australian soil after moving to Australia in 2013 from South Carolina to be with her Australian partner and Pro Stock racer Scott Porter, and with years of drag racing experience behind her the petite blonde powerhouse is sure to be one to watch. “I used to race in the United States, really I grew up racing, first in Junior Dragster and then Super Stock, before going on to race professionally in the Sport Compact Series and in Pro Stock,” said Howell, the 1996 NHRA Junior Dragster National Champion who also boasts a Stock Automatic class win at the NHRA US Nationals (in a factory-backed Jet Cobra) and back-to-back NHRA event wins in June of 2008 (Pro Stock, Rocky Mountain Raceway and Stock Eliminator, Ohio). “In August it would have been two years since I took the wheel of a race car as I took a break when I decided to move to Australia. “When it comes to Pro Stock I have found that between the NHRA and ANDRA versions it is very similar. Scott’s car is almost identical to the car I used to drive in the States and it is a bonus that I have found the engines here to
be a lot smoother and easier to drive also. “When Scott asked if I wanted to race his car at the FUCHS Winternationals it was a bit of a daunting thought at first, I have been happy living a normal life per se but I am really excited, it is going to be so great to be able to race with my little family here,.” When she climbs into the driver’s seat Howell will be only the second female racer to compete in the professional level Pro Stock bracket in Australia. “I really love that drag racing is one of those
motorsports where women can really compete on an equal footing with the men, and I feel very fortunate that I have had the opportunity to do that,” said Howell, who has also recently become a business owner, acquiring eyelash extension business iLash Mackay. “I know there is a lot of focus at times on being the first woman racer to do certain things, but for me personally it is more about just being able to compete – I would rather do well as a competitor overall than just as a ‘girl competitor’.
World’s fastest compacts to light up Winternationals Ten of the world’s fastest sport compact racers will take to the Willowbank Raceway quarter mile on Friday 6th and Saturday 6th and 7th of June as Factory Xtreme showcase the very best side-by-side turbocharged drag racing on the planet. In a category that sees fire breathing four and six cylinders vehicles up against the fastest rotary engines around, low six-second performances and world record performances are their stock in trade. Kiwi Factory Xtreme powerhouse Rod Harvey took his 2JZ straight-six powered Toyota Celica to new heights running an impressive world record 376km/h (234mph) at the recent X-Champs at Sydney Dragway, claiming the title as fastest Toyota on the planet. Likewise, the world’s fastest rotary vehicle, the Pac Performance Mazda 6 SP reset its own record to 6.353sec, taking it to within one tenth of a second of the coveted world rotary record, a mark the team will undoubtedly be
looking to retake at the Winternationals. Nissan fans are in for a special treat with a battle of the twin-turbocharged V6s as the world’s fastest sport compact car, Scott Porter’s G35 Infiniti takes on the world’s quickest and fastest GT-R driven by Mark Jacobsen. These six-second beasts will face off in one of seven exhibitions scheduled over two days at the largest drag racing event in the southern hemisphere.The action is going to be fast and furious, with no driver prepared to give an inch of race track. Photo: Kiwi Factory Xtreme powerhouse Rod Harvey in his 2JZ straight-six powered Toyota Celica
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New beauty salon at the Boulevarde There’s a new beauty salon in Ipswich, with the official opening of M Hair in the Boulevarde in Limestone Street. Marina, Kelli and Andreya are excited that after lots of planning and fitting out the salon they finally have their business ‘home’. At the official opening last week, Marina said she felt “very special” having many of her clients, family and friends there to celebrate with her team. “We had a marathon long weekend of work at Easter time to get the salon ready,” Marina said. “Everyone, especially my husband Paul, has my great appreciation in being able to open for business the following week after Easter. “This is a new adventure in our lives, and we are looking forward to working in the great atmosphere of the Boulevarde, especially with Seed Coffee here as well.” Mayor Paul Pisasale said at the official opening that it was great to see a small business group in the Boulevarde. “Hans and Ruth Booij had great confidence in Ipswich, long before others came along, and
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they left Brisbane to become the first major property developer in Ipswich years ago.” M Hair in the Boulevarde is located at 17 Limestone Street, Ipswich. Clockwise from top: Mayor Paul Pisasale gets the hair treatment from Marina, Andrea and Kelli. Mayoress Janet Pisasale with Pisasale family members. Katrina Ulyatt andPaul Knox at the official opening. Charlie and Kay Bufalino with the Boulevarde proprietors, Ruth and Hans Booij, and Lesley Mahaffey. Eden and Lillian Little with Sarah Matthews.
There are so many organisations in our city doing such great work to help and support people going through hard times. They are the unseen safety net, catching and restoring thousands of people each year. On June 18, many of them will be represented at Streetlinks, which will bring together around 40 agencies so that people who need help the most can find it all in one place. The one day event is coordinated and hosted by Central Church Ipswich together with its crisis relief ministry, Ipswich Assist. Ipswich Assist’s Paul Blake said, “Our vision is to connect people who need help the most with the people who can help the most. Streetlinks will have information for people who are doing it tough, including how to find accommodation, access legal help, get help from Centrelink, access medical assistance and much more. “Our hope is that Streetlinks will provide more than information, but will also offer hope and a sense that people do not have to ‘go it alone’,” said Mr Blake. Agencies can get involved on the day. For more information contact Paul Blake at Ipswich Assist on 3413 1070 or visit www.ipswichassist. org.au/street_links.
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What Origin colour do YOU bleed? One State of Origin series the ‘Blues’ ARE winning is at the Blood Bank. So it’s time to win back the blood donation crown for Queensland! State of Origin fever is sweeping again across Queensland New South Wales, and footy fans are being urged to put themselves on the line for their state. The Red Cross Blood Service is calling on people to donate before Origin 3, with both states going head-to-head on and off the field in the ‘Donate for your State’ challenge. Amy McDowell, local Blood Service spokesperson said that she was hoping to see a win to Queensland, and that by donating blood fans could show their loyalty for their team and also save lives. “We’re asking people to make it their goal to give blood during this Origin series. The maroons are giving blood on the field, it’s time for people to roll up their sleeves and show what colour they bleed. “Blood is needed by people who are battling cancer, or those injured in an emergency such as road trauma, who may not see another origin series without blood” Since 2007 the challenge has identified the best donor state. Last year the crown went to NSW, 214 to Queensland’s 197. Can you help win it for Queensland in 2014? Amy said one in three people will need blood or blood products during
Below: Ipswich Jets Coach Brendon Lindsay donates blood for his state, along with Nicole Gentry and Amy McDowell from the the Ipswich Blood Service.
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Racing.. at the Ipswich Cup Ipswich Cup is the Social Event of 2014! It’s everyone’s favourite time of year…so get your best fashion ready for The Cup. Don’t miss the fashion, the glamour, the excitement, the racing and of course, the after party - and it’s all happening Saturday June 14! The countdown is on for the second Saturday in June when it’s time again for Ipswich to stand out from the rest, and to showcase the social and party spirit of the whole Ipswich Community through Ipswich Cup Day. For many years Ipswich Cup Day has stood as the Provincial Club race meeting that attracts more patrons than any other right across Australia. Interstate and International visitors
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continue to grow in numbers to experience the famous Ipswich Cup atmosphere and this year will be no exception! Whether patrons are in the Grandstand Marquees, Infield Marquees, Member’s Stand, or General Public, Ipswich Cup Day is a day not to be missed. In addition to the brilliant excitement of live thoroughbred racing, there is entertainment
galore. The Ipswich Thistle Pipe Band welcomes patrons by performing on the course proper at the commencement of the day. The popular live band ‘Wasabi’ plays on the infield throughout the afternoon, and the after party featuring the sounds of the Pink and Katy Perry tribute band keeps patrons entertained well into the evening. In the members and public area there are
tickets to be won on the day to the XXXX Island by entering the competition at the XXXX Gold Container Bar. The Orion Pamper Tent is available in the public area for the all important beauty touch ups, and the Fashions on the Field competition will again be hotly contested. The racing action will as usual be keen as interstate and international equine visitors compete for a share of the $800,000 prize money on offer across the eight races on the day. The major races are the three listed events of the time-honoured Channel 7 Ipswich Cup, the famous sprint race of the City of Ipswich Eyeliner Stakes, and the increasingly popular Sky Racing Gai Waterhouse Fillies and Mares Classic. Winners of these three races have come from around Australia and across the ditch from New Zealand. The Ipswich Cup started 80 years ago in its current form, although the oldest known Ipswich Cup was that won by ‘Jibboom’ in 1866. That Cup is today on show in the Ipswich Art Gallery and the modern Ipswich Cup was modelled on the shape of that earlier version, being of silver with a modern Gold plating. The 2014 version of the Ipswich Cup Day is somewhat different to those earlier days
although it is no less enjoyed. Despite the Grandstand Marquee positions being sold out months prior to Cup Day, there are still infield marquee tickets on sale, as well as tickets into the general public area and viewing terrace. The Terrace this year has an uninterrupted view after a change to last year’s setup. For tickets on the big day, contact the Ipswich Turf Club on 3282 1500 or go to our website at www.ipswichturfclub.com
Cup Day Highlights 10.00 am – Gates open and public bar and catering service commences. 10.00 am – FREE shuttle buses from Bundamba train station commence. 11.00 am - Marquee Bar Service commences. 11.15 am - Ipswich Thistle Pipe Band performs as a welcome to patrons. 12.00 pm - First race of the day (approx.) 12.00 pm - Live performance by Wasabi commences on the infield. 4.00 pm - FREE shuttle buses to Booval train station commence. 4.20 pm - Final race of the day approx.) 5.00 pm - After Party commences under the sails in the public area including LIVE performances from Katy Perry and Pink tribute band. 5.00 pm - Patrons exit the marquee areas. 7.30 pm - After Party performance is complete. 8.00 pm - Gates close and final shuttle bus to Booval station departs.
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ListeningPOST It’s time to plan your entertainment calendar for June, with this great line up of shows at the Ipswich Civic Centre and Studio 188!
Ipswich Civic Centre:
Cribbee - Musical Play by Michael & Margery Forde
Friday, June 13 This is a nostalgic musical play about a Brisbane suburb that disappeared, affectionately known as “Cribbie”. Cribb Island is Brisbane’s own lost paradise.
John McSweeney and Band
Saturday, June 28 Line up for two shows for the price of one! Plus Alex Peden’s Tribute to Ireland’s international star Daniel O’Donnell.
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Queensland Cabaret Festival comes to Ipswich
Wednesday, May 28 LIVE @188! This is a cavalcade of cabaret, winding its way from city to coast, spanning the full spectrum of this unique form of entertainment.
The lineup: Wrecking Ball - 6 June Rosa - 7 June Alchemy - 13 June Born to Run - 14 June
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When I’m out and about in Ipswich talking with constituents, I’m frequently asked about various government procedures and processes, in particular how committees work.
I’m the chairman of the Legal Affairs and Community Safety Committee and my colleague Sean Choat, Member for Ipswich West, also sits on the committee. We are currently conducting an inquiry on strategies to prevent and reduce criminal activity. A committee inquiry typically consists of engagement with stakeholders and the calling for submissions from interested parties. Stakeholders may be asked to provide evidence at public hearings and the committee assesses the likely impact of the Bill. An inquiry report is then prepared containing recommendations and where appropriate, proposes amendments to improve the Bill. Members of Parliament are able to consider the committee reports
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before they debate and vote on the Bill in Parliament. Anyone with an interest in any of these Bills or issues can follow the progress of these committee inquiries and get involved. You can check the Parliament’s website to see the status of each inquiry, including dates for public submissions to be received and upcoming hearing details. Individuals, groups and organisations are encouraged to make submissions and have their opinions heard. The Parliament’s website address is www. parliament.qld.gov.au. On the website’s front page, select the ‘Work of Committees’ tab to find all information relevant to each committee. Copies of all committee reports are available on the website. Committee public hearings are often broadcast live on the Parliament’s website and then available to watch on replay afterwards. If you have any general enquiries about Parliamentary Committees, you can phone 3406 7671 or email - CommitteeOffice@ parliament.qld.gov.au
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Jamie’s Ministry of Food to remain in Ipswich Ipswich has taken to the Jamie Oliver’s Ministry of Food in D’Arcy Doyle Place so much that the benefits will continue, with an twoyear extension of their lease.
Councillor Victor Attwood said The Good Foundation Pty Ltd had operated the community cooking school in d’Arcy Doyle Place since January 2011. The current lease was to expire this financial year, but will be extended until June 2016. Council have provided a site for Australia’s first Jamie’s Ministry of Food Centre over the past three years. “The Good Foundation has been extremely successful in the operation of Jamie’s Ministry of Food and it is well patronised by the public and has provided a great service to the broader community” Cr Attwood said. A total of 2817 participants have commenced a course at the Ipswich centre. Jamie’s Ministry of Food campaign is a practical solution to the problems of obesity and diet-related disease and a successful response to the lack of basic food skills in the population. “By teaching people to start cooking more for themselves and equipping them with some simple skills and knowledge, the campaign encourages participants to change in the way they and their families eat and how they think about food,” Cr Attwood said. “The program has been a great success in Ipswich and its continuation for a further two years will be of great benefit to the community as it will help to further educate, empower and inspire people to love and enjoy good food and increase their cooking skills.” 10 IPSWICHLIFE
To date 3790 members of the local community have attended a cooking demonstration or sneak-peek class. Staff from the centre have also hosted demonstrations at local events such as the Ipswich Show, the Goodna Jacaranda Festival as well as at local schools and community organisations. “The centre has also maintained an active presence in the community since its inception when it opened early as a drop-in centre, providing free meals as part of the flood relief efforts in January 2011,” Cr Attwood said. Currently the centre was supported by a team of 35 active volunteers and each week these volunteers provided more than 114 hours of service. One of the highlights of the past three years was the personal visit to the centre by Jamie Oliver himself in March 2012, where he hosted a cooking class for 20 lucky participants in front of an audience which got national attention. For more information on Jamie’s Ministry of Food Ipswich and upcoming classes visit the website at http://www.jamieoliver.com/ jamies-ministry-of-food-australia/ Above: Flashback to when Jamie Oliver was in Ipswich in 2012 which drew national attention. The Ministry of Food will remain in Ipswich until at least 2016.
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Enviroplan competition open for entry
Principals unite for $5m Trade Centre A new Trade Training Centre at Ipswich State High School will provide training for students from five local schools - the result of cooperation and action by school principals. The facilities will train the next generation of ‘tradies’ who can then go on to careers in construction, mining, carpentry or metal work. The Centre will service secondary students from Rosewood State High, Lowood State High, Bremer State Secondary College, Bundamba Secondary College and Ipswich State High. Funding was allocated by the former Federal Labor Government’s $2.5 billion investment, to give students in Years 9 through 12 the opportunity to access trade training facilities. Focused on both general and civil construction, the Trade Training Centre includes sheds, excavator equipment, a training road, along with an area for industry partners. Interior facilities provide large trade training areas for metalwork (fitting and turning, metal presses, welding, woodwork (turning and lathes), wet areas (concreting, cement, etc), and Computer Aided Drafting (CAD). The Centre plans to provide teaching in other skills dependent upon future workplace need. “This is a fantastic opportunity for local students to benefit from industry standard
trade training infrastructure and equipment,” said Member for Blair, Shayne Neumann at the official opening of the Centre last week. “This Trade Training Centre will be one of four facilities, worth more than $11million in total, built in this electorate since 2008. “Secondary students from 12 schools are benefitting from more career options with the Trade Training Centres (TTCs) located at Ipswich State School, St Peter Claver College, Staines Memorial College and St Edmund’s College.” “TTCs play an important role in creating a link between schools, students, industry and local businesses. The program will help support students to stay in school and get a qualification as well as address skills shortages in traditional trades and other occupations.” “All the principals partnered together to get this happening, and over five thousand students will have access to it.”
Nature and its beauty will be the focus of entries as the popular Ipswich Enviroplan Photographic Competition opens for entries. This annual competition offers a total prize pool of more than $5000. Councillor Heather Morrow said the search was on again for images that best capture Ipswich’s rich natural heritage with plenty of categories open to anyone with a camera. “This competition keeps getting bigger and better, with images that are surprising, revealing, breathtaking, and drawn from our own backyard,” Cr Morrow said. “Photographers of all ages and skill levels are invited to take part in this challenging and exciting photographic experience. “No matter whether it’s natural landscapes, flora, fauna, or other environmental themes, there’s plenty of scope in this competition.” This year, photographers can compete in any of these categories: Native birds of
Ipswich, Native flora of Ipswich, Native fauna of Ipswich, Native insects and arachnids of Ipswich, Landscapes of Ipswich, People in the Natural Environment, Bremer River, and Clean and Green Ipswich. Follow competition announcements and developments at Ipswich.qld.gov.au or on the Ipswich City Council Facebook page. Below: Winning entry in the ‘Bremer River’ category, photographed by Phil Rettke.
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Air Force tests live smart weapons released from the Super Hornet Off Weapon (JSOW) along with Guided Bomb The Air Force’s frontline fighter squadron Units (GBU)-10, GBU-24 and GBU-31. based at RAAF Amberley is testing its Super These weapons are the air-to-ground Hornet crews and support personnel through firepower of the Super Hornet: high explosive a long-range aircraft deployment exercise. bombs that are guided with high accuracy Exercise Stoneage, a long-range strike onto targets, with the ability to hit specific aim exercise involved aircrews of No 1 Squadron. points on those targets. The Super Hornets took off from RAAF This class of ‘smart’ weapons are delivered Amberley, flying 860 nautical miles (1600 km) from long range, enabling greater protection to the Woomera Air Weapons range north of Adelaide m e 3 in 2 3South 8 7 3Australia. _ D H I S 2 _ C WN . p d f from P aground g e 1threats 1 9 such / 0 6as/ surface-to-air 1 2 , 1 : 2 9 : missiles and artillery. Weapons delivered included the Joint Stand
Armament Technicians of No 1 Squadron prepare to load a GBU-24 munition onto an F/A-18F Super Hornet. AC Jordan Harris loads a Guided Bomb Unit – 24. Armament Technicians of No 1 Squadron after loading a Joint Standoff Weapon during Exercise Stoneage. SGT Matthew Hall, LAC Daniel Popic and AC Jordan Harris load a GBU–24. CPL Brendan Marshall and SGT Matthew Hall prepare a GBU-24 for loading. Armament Technicians after loading a GBU-24. 5 5 PM Defence photos by CPL Shannon McCarthy
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New weather office at RAAF Amberley to improve support for air operations A new Meteorology office has opened on RAAF Amberley, to assist the squadrons with flight planning for air operations. The Bureau of Meteorology has operated on the base for over forty years, and also provides weather information for the City of Ipswich. Senior Meteorologist Arveen Singh said that having the office on base gives the most accurate reading for all aircraft. “The Met Office provides an meteorology forecasting service to the fast jets, heavy lift and air refuelling aircraft along with other users on the base. “It also provides weather observations and a refined three-hourly forecast for the airfield. We monitor the weather closely, as the Super Hornets almost always land with minimal fuel so it’s important to warn them in advance of any deteriorating weather conditions. “The Super Hornets particularly need to avoid storms, as a lightening strike can destroy the advanced electronics on board, and the aircraft would be difficult to control. “Thunderstorms also produce poor visibility due to heavy rain and hail, low cloud and severe turbulence and downdrafts which are extremely dangerous during takeoff and landing of the aircraft.” Arveen said that storms, particularly in summer, can cause all kinds of problems if not monitored correctly. “Most storms in Ipswich come from the west and southwest. The ones coming off the
ranges from southwest are most dangerous. They can have large hail and strong damaging winds. A warning is always issued for these storms so that aircraft on the ground can be secured, by moving them to hangars. “Severe storms are usually associated with a surface trough, with lots of cold air undercutting the warms air ahead of the trough, creating a very unstable environment. “Fog on the ground also causes problems for landings and takeoffs. Generally, aircraft don’t operate fron the Base when there is thick fog. “It’s an important station,as it keeps records of extreme weather events and the data is used to create climatic averages for the region.” Photo: Senior ADF Officer RAAF Base Amberley, Air Commodore Tim Innes, and Director of Meteorology Dr Rob Vertessy unveil a Commemorative plaque to officially open the Amberley Bureau of Meteorology office along with Program Coordinator, Defence Weather Services, Shannon Symons and National Manager, Defence Weather Services, Graham de Hoedt.
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New superannuation scheme for Defence Forces The Federal Government is introducing a new modern military superannuation scheme for the Australian Defence Force. ADF members to choose which superannuation fund they belong to and, for the first time, the ability to transfer their accumulated benefits to a new fund if they leave the ADF. The new scheme, called ADF Super, will be established on 1 July 2016. These new arrangements aim to provide flexible working conditions for all ADF members under Project Suakin, the ADF’s future workforce model. ADF Super will apply to: those joining the ADF from 1 July 2016; and serving and returning members of the Military Superannuation and Benefits Scheme (MSBS)
who choose to join the new scheme. Importantly, members of the MSBS now serving, or who rejoin the ADF from 1 July 2016, can choose to stay in their current scheme or join ADF Super. There will be no compulsion to transfer to tADF Super. The current Military Superannuation and Benefits Scheme will be closed to new members from 1 July 2016.
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Under the new arrangements, the employer contribution rate will be 15.4 per cent, increasing to 18 per cent during periods of warlike service in recognition of the unique nature of military service. There will be no requirement for ADF members to contribute to their superannuation under the new arrangements. This will provide greater flexibility for individuals in how they manage their finances at various stages of their working life. Recognising that military service can be a dangerous undertaking, ADF members will continue to receive statutory cover for death and invalidity. Importantly, benefits under the new arrangements for these members will be the same as what exists under the current scheme. ADF Super will be established and managed by the Commonwealth Superannuation Corporation, currently the trustee for major Commonwealth schemes, including the current and past military super schemes. The Government will work with ex-service organisations such as the RSL, Defence Force Welfare Association and Alliance of Defence Service Organisations to ensure the successful introduction of the new superannuation arrangements.
Australia could buy short take-off F-35s Australia may consider the short take-off and vertical landing (STOVL) variant of the F-35 Lightning II Joint Strike Fighter along with the purchase of the conventional take-off & landing (CTOL) variant on order. The rationale behind an F-35B purchase is that the variant could operate from the two new Canberra-class landing helicopter dock (LHD) amphibious ships. An F-35B acquisition could be in addition to or as part of the 72 F-35s on order. Such a major diversion from the original plan to buy only F-35A variants seems unlikely, given the major, and hugely expensive, project restructuring required. The Canberra class LHDs are being built optimised for amphibious operations using water craft and helicopters. Under planned configuration the ships will not have sufficient fuel and weapons bunkerage to operate F-35Bs, without major upgrades, and the LHDS will not have the thermal protection to the deck required for F-35B down-thrust during takeoff and landing.
COMMUNITY
WHAT’S ON Wind Tubes Design and build your very own flying creation to test in the Wind Tubes. See your creation take flight and soar to the ceiling, and defy gravity by hovering high overhead… or just fall to the floor. It’s all about air and invention, with a little bit of mid-air mayhem. Plastic, paper cups, polystyrene, ping pong balls, propellers and more… all the materials you need are provided. But can your design overcome turbulence, drag, air resistance and gravity? Wind Tubes is a fun, interactive exhibition for the whole family. There’s a special space for children under 2 and exclusive sessions for toddlers to enjoy. When: Now until September 7th 10am–5pm Where: Ipswich Art Gallery Cost: FREE More info: www.ipswichartgallery.qld.gov.au
I AM The I AM art exhibition will showcase the talents and creativity of the Studio Five 8 artists from CPL’s Springfield Centre. I AM will feature paintings, sculptures, handcrafted jewellery and ceramics available for sale, as well as photography and digital media works on display. When: June 4th–9th 10am–3pm Where: Ipswich Community Gallery, D’Arcy Doyle Place , Corner Limestone and Nicholas Streets, Ipswich More info: www.cpl.org.au
Queensland Cabaret Festival: ROSA Trace one family’s history from Sicily to Far North Queensland, in this new Australian love story from women in docs’ Roz Pappalardo. Told through original song and storytelling,
Rosa is a joyous tale of the family ties that traverse through maternal ancestry from grandmother to granddaughter. Best known for her work with Queensland folk songwriting outfit women in docs, Roz steps out of her musical comfort zone to deliver a personal story. When: June 7th 7.30pm–9.30pm Where: Studio 188 Old Baptist Church, 188 Brisbane Street, Ipswich Cost: All Tickets $35.00 More info: www.ipswichciviccentre.com.au or www. studio188.com.au
Drug Arm Ipswich Book Affair The Drug Arm Ipswich Book Affair is taking place from the 19th to the 22nd of June this year. The event will be held at the St Pauls Anglican Church Hall in Ipswich and stock a wide range of pre-loved books. Come along to the event and find your favourite reads at affordable prices. The event currently requires assistance from volunteers to sort books, set-up and assist at the event. When: June 19th–22nd 9am–5pm Where: St Pauls Anglican Church Hall, 124 Brisbane St, Ipswich More info: kimberleyb@drugarm.com.au
Oz Night Market Food, Family and Fun All Weather — Fully Under Cover — Live entertainment — More than 28 amazing food stalls; Taste the World in 1 Stop plus Kids Rides ! When: Every Saturday from 5pm-10pm Where: Booval Fair Shopping Center Contact: www.oznightmarket.com.au
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4 Pines Keller Door The 4 Pines Keller Door (or Beer Cellar) is where the 4 Pines Brew Team really unleash their creative talents. The recent series features four unique and exciting brews; The Black Forest, The St David, The IPA, and the Victoria Secret Single Hop. Alehouse is very lucky that for the first time all four have been delivered in keg form, soon to feature on our taps. The Black Forest is an Imperial Stout with a delicious apple a blackcurrant flavour that tricks the palate into believing that it is actually devouring a piece cake. With an intense 6.5%abv this beer is not to be taken lightly it is one to sit on with a dessert. The St David is a Welsh ale which takes its heritage from an English style of hop, with the main characteristics of honey and sweet malt this is an easy drinking beer for all. The
Victoria Secret is a brand new style of hop to come out of Australia, so why not make an Australian Pale Ale from it? That’s exactly what 4 Pines did, creating an easy drinking pale ale with citrus and pine notes that is sure to impress. The IPA and the Vic Secret are both eagerly awaiting a place on the alehouse tap list, both are sure to run out fast so make sure you come in and try all four. Another new beer that is soon to come to alehouse is the once yearly batch from Stone & Wood Brewery’s ‘Stone Beer’, a strong dark beer brewed with volcanic rocks!
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That’s entertainment! WITH 97.3 FM’s LOUISE
Why Mature Chicks Rule! We asked comedian, entertainer and now bestselling author Jean Kittson for a beauty of a Top 5. Keep an eye out for a full interview with Jean about her new book ‘You’re Still Hot To Me’ in a future issue of Ipswich Life. 1. We know stuff! Things like how to get stuff done, how to handle kids. We know the meaning of life and we don’t sweat the small stuff. We’re comfortable in our own skins. 2. We call it as it is We are at a stage of life where we don’t have to always please everyone else, we can please ourselves without being selfish. If I want to get mad at rice I will! My husband’s is fluffy, mine’s always gluggy. AAARRRGH! 3. Chocolate & Wine If we want chocolate we will. If we want wine, we will. No health expert is going to tell us otherwise, so stick your five serves of veggies made up by some beauracrat. I’m an adult! 4. Achievement We’ve survived the kids growing up and have a sense of achievement now. 5. Organisation We now know how to prioritise, we are organised and I think in our prime. It’s the third stage of life and its a time for readjustment. It’s really a fun part of life.
Rock band Queen is returning to Australia headed up by American Idol winner Adam Lambert. Queen first recruited Lambert as frontman for a few gigs in 2012 and must’ve been impressed — their upcoming Australian tour is just part of a 30 date concert schedule covering North America and Asia as well. Original frontman Freddie Mercury died in 1991. Their Brisbane show is in September. It might be a fan-favourite but Kings of Leon have admitted they hate playing their breakthrough hit “Sex on Fire” in concerts. But don’t expect it to be dropped off setlists anytime soon, Nathan Followill said: “I would be pretty damn happy if my sex was never ever on fire again. Fans want it and you have to do it, and after so many albums together I can tell you, there’s a lot of debate about what records make it onto a setlist.” After cancelling tour dates earlier this year due to illness, Lorde has announced the rescheduled concerts. She plays the Brisbane Riverstage July 20.
Bruce Willis has introduced his newborn daughter Evelyn to the world via a breastfeeding photo on Instagram. He captioned it “Breakfast of Champions”. Evelyn is his second child with wife Emma Heming.
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Voice Coach Joel Madden and his brother Benji have formed a new band — The Madden Brothers. Their upcoming album Greetings From California is released October 7.
What a nice boy — One Direction’s Zayn Malik (above) has purchased a new house for his fiancee Perrie Edwards mother. Perrie, who is in the band Little Mix was going to foot the bill for a mortgage when Zayn stepped in and bought the house outright. It’s estimated to have cost $350,000.
Emma Watson is officially a college graduate! And not from Hogwarts either, She received an undergraduate degree in English literature from Brown University. Coldplay’s new album Ghost Stories (above) has become the fastest selling album in Australia this year so far. It’s their sixth studio album and also their sixth #1 album in their UK home territory.
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The Eagles (below) are also heading back Down Under for a tour next February/ March. Founding member Glenn Frey said their own documentary ‘History of the Eagles: The Story of an American Band’ was what inspired them to hit the road again. Frey said: “I was really surprised and reminded of how much fun we had. We’re here because everybody likes the songs.” The Eagles play Brisbane Entertainment Centre March 10. The last time they toured Australia was 2010.
Could Harry Potter’s Ron Weasley be the next pop superstar? Rupert Grint, who plays Weasley in the series, has just recorded an original song for the upcoming Postman Pat movie. He also voiced a character in the animated film.
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How I Met Your Mother star Neil Patrick Harris is structuring his upcoming autobiography a little differently. His forthcoming memoir will be structured like a Choose Your Own Adventure book. The reader will be guided through Harris’ life and at “each critical juncture of your life you will choose how to proceed… You will decide whether to try out for Doogie Howser, M.D. You will decide whether to spend years struggling with your sexuality. You will decide what kind of caviar you want to eat on board Elton John’s yacht.”
INTERMEDIATE
Jennifer Lopez (above) has made history as the first woman to receive the ICON (lifetime achievement award for contributions to music) award at the Billboard Music Awards. Other big winners of the night included Lorde (Top New Artist); Katy Perry (Top Female Artist); Justin Timberlake (Top Male Artist & Top Artist). Till next time… Louise
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In selected cinemas from June 14 a pass An alluring, mysterious couple draws an unsuspecting young man into a labyrinth of deception and desire in Oscar-nominated writer Hossein Amini’s adaptation of Patricia Highsmith’s suspenseful romantic thriller. A brilliant con artist, Chester MacFarland (Viggo Mortensen), accidently kills a private detective who has tracked him down from the US to Athens. He flees from the international police with his wife (Kirsten Dunst) and a young American (Oscar Isaac) across the Greek islands through to Istanbul. Note: Contest closes June 10 THANKS TO STUDIOCANAL WE HAVE TEN DOUBLE PASSES TO BE WON! CODE WORD: ‘JANUARY’
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Now screening in cinemas a pack Disney’s ‘Maleficent’ explores the untold story of Disney’s most iconic villain from the classic “Sleeping Beauty” and the elements of her betrayal that ultimately turn her pure heart to stone. Driven by revenge and a fierce desire to protect the moors over which she presides, Maleficent cruelly places an irrevocable curse upon the human king’s newborn infant Aurora. As the child grows, Aurora is caught in the middle of the seething conflict between the forest kingdom she has grown to love and the human kingdom that holds her legacy. THANKS TO DISNEY WE HAVE FIVE PRIZE PACKS TO BE WON INCLUDING A HOODIE (Sml), WATCH, NOTEBOOK AND DOUBLE PASS TO SEE ‘MALEFICENT’ To win one of these great prize packs tell us in 25 words or less what your favourite fairy tale is and why. Note: Contest closes June 10 CODE WORD: ‘MALEFICENT’
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the THANKS TO PARAMOUNT WE HAVE THE FOLLOWING PRIZES TO BE WON AND ALL ARE LIMITED EDITION COLLECTORS ITEMS – THESE ARE NOT AVAILABLE IN STORES! • 2 x Transformers Mice – USB powered, gaming-style mouse with light up feature. • 2 x Transforming Cooler – it looks like an esky, it IS an esky, but turns into a table and two chairs, all with the Transformers logo throughout. • 2 x Bluetooth speakers – with light and sucker attachment to put it anywhere you like. • 2 x Mini Bluetooth keyboard – with the Transformers logo on the back, this keyboard can be used with any tablet or Ipad, and transforms into a travel case when not in use. PLUS THANKS TO LIMELIGHT CINEMAS, WE HAVE TEN 2-for1 VOUCHERS TO SEE ‘TRANSFORMERS: AGE OF EXTINCTION’ To win one of these great prizes tell us in 25 words or less why you LOVE the Transformers movies! CODE: TRANSFORMERS
The Blue Mile
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by Kim Kelly As 1929 draws to a close, Irisha book Australian Eoghan O’Keenan flees his abusive family home, gets a job on the Harbour Bridge, and embarks on a new life. In her cottage on the north side of Sydney at Lavender Bay, the chic and smart Olivia Greene is working on her latest millinery creations, dreaming of becoming the next Coco Chanel. But then Eoghan disappears. (Pan MacMillan) CODE WORD: ‘BLUE’
Argentinian Street Food
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By Enrique Zanoni & Gaston Stivelmaher a book Argentinian chefs Enrique and Gaston run three restaurants in Paris and a food truck that cruises the streets offering Argentinian cuisine. Bringing you authentic recipes that sit at the heart of the country’s cuisine, Argentinian Street Food is divided into chapters that focus on different aspects of Argentinian food and how best to recreate it at home. (Allen & Unwin) CODE WORD: ‘STREET’
THURSDAY JUNE 12 Tickets available at reception for $15 or BOOK ONLINE AND SAVE!
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PROPERTY & FINANCE
Furnishing your home WITH DAVID HOLDORF AT FURNITURE COURT & BEDS R US
A great night’s sleep Is priceless… Buying a new bed is an investment in your health and lifestyle. And when you work out the cost per night of an ensemble over a 10 year lifespan, it’s very reasonable when compared to some of our other daily indulgences. Item
Price/ Dollar
Product Life
Usage/Day
Cost/Day
Cost/Year
Cost/ Hour Used
Newspaper
$1
1 day
1 hour
$1
$365
$1
Computer
$2,000
3 years
2 hours
$1.82
$665
$0.91
Cigarettes
$13
1 day
2.5 hours
$13
$4,745
$5.20
Coffee
$3.50
10 minutes
10 minutes
$3.50
$1,278
$21
Car
$25,000
5 years
2 hours
$13.70
$5,000
$27.40
Fuel - fill tank
$55
7 days
2 hours
$7.85
$2,865
$3.92
Beer (Pint)
$5.50
15 minutes
15 minutes
$5.50
$2,008
$22
Ensemble (average)
$2,500
10 years
7 hours
$0.68
$250
$0.09
At Beds R Us, June signifies Stock take time which means one thing — huge savings on our extensive range of Bedding and Bedroom Furniture with up to 50% Off the R.R.P of our premium bedding. Even our award winning orthopedic range will attract a 20% discount.
Stocks will not last at these prices! So if it is time to say “Night Night” to your old mattress, now is the time to call into your local Beds R Us, at 30 South Street Ipswich – Open 7 days.
NOT HAPPY WITH YOUR GAS FITTER OR PLUMBER? BY MARK BOURIS
Talk to Adrian, your local gas and plumbing service provider based at Booval
Seventy reasons to wise up on Super... Many people with super are encouraged to have their nest egg weighted in equities, until the last few years before retirement, when they are encouraged to switch to cash and bonds. Actually, in retirement, you still need income-producing growth assets (equities). This is because you have to keep it growing ahead of inflation for a long time. Have a look at this scenario: two neighbours invest $10,000 in 1980. One invests in 12-month term deposits, rolling them over every year; the other invests in the top 200 Australian companies by size (the ASX 200). They each take the annual income each investment produces. By 2013, the total interest received from the term deposits amounts to $23,935. However, the total income from the shares is $136,445. The shares produced more income despite booms and busts over 33 years. The riskiest investor was actually the deposit holder, because he underestimated the peril of inflation and the real timeframe involved. The change of the retirement age to 70 will not suit everyone, but it’s a chance to look at some serious topics and plan accordingly. For more information call Mike on 0434968862
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Australians who once thought they’d retire at 64 have to adjust. Anyone born after 1965 will be retiring at age 70 (to receive the age pension), which will become the official retirement age in 2035. People have some thinking to do, and that should revolve around work, getting your time-frame right and income. Starting with time-frame, if you’re 45, men on average will live for another 40 years and women around 45 years. So we have more years to support ourselves than our parents did, and as the retirement age rises to 70, we’ll also have more years to grow our savings. But these are only averages: significant numbers of women will live to 95 and many men will make it to 90. That means a 45-yearold who stops working at 70 would have to support themselves for 20 to 25 years in retirement, because if the man dies first, and he is five years older than his spouse, then there has to be enough left to fund perhaps another 10 years for his spouse. Which brings us to the ability of your portfolio to provide enough income. Most people focus on the growth of their retirement lump sum. But more important is the amount of income your nest egg can generate above inflation over time.
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Motoring News WITH LLEWELLYN MOTORS, IPSWICH
Australia loves Toyota’s 86 Coupé Australian sports car enthusiasts have demonstrated their passion for driving Toyota’s popular 86 coupé by snapping up almost one out of every ten examples sold worldwide.
New Audi A7 Sportback unveiled The spacious five-door coupe is more powerful and attractive – thanks to new engine configurations, new transmissions, new headlights, taillights and new infotainment systems. The A7 combines the emotional appeal and sportiness of a coupe with the comfort of a sedan and the functional benefits of an Avant. Back when the A7 Sportback first debuted in 2010, Audi was already setting new standards in automotive design, embracing an athletic aesthetic and elegance in grand style. Its long engine hood, sporty, flowing C-pillars and the sharply dropping rear end create a dynamic overall impression. The most striking changes are to the Singleframe grille, bumpers, tailpipes and headlights. LED technology is now standard. As an optional feature, Audi can supply Matrix LED headlights, which light the road optimally without causing glare for other road users. Combined with the Matrix LED headlights, dynamic turn signals are also installed at the
front; they come standard at the rear. The body of the new Audi A7 Sportback consists primarily of aluminium and high-tech steel grades. It is extraordinarily lightweight and designed for maximum comfort in terms of noise. The cargo space under the long, electrically driven trunk lid has a base capacity of 535 litres. When the rear seat backs are folded down it grows to 1,390 litres. The sporty style of the exterior is echoed in the car’s interior. The dominant element is the horizontal line surrounding the driver and passenger. The dashboard gives an impression of lightness and elegance. The new interior materials, including the aluminum/ Beaufort walnut inlay and Valcona leather, are impressive for their finish. The color palette has been redesigned, offering five color options even for the seats. Pricing and specification of the new Audi A7 Sportback model range will be announced closer to its Australian launch in the first quarter of 2015.
In a remarkable double, the 10,000th Toyota 86 has just been sold in Australia at virtually the same time as the compact and dynamic sports car has passed 100,000 sales globally. Australia - with 10,363 customers since local sales began in June 2012 - is the biggest market for the 86 outside Japan (39,000) and the United States (35,000). Toyota Australia’s executive director sales and marketing Tony Cramb said the 86 was Australia’s best-selling sports car due to its style, performance, balance, handling and affordability. “The Toyota 86 has become a halo car that demonstrates Toyota’s commitment to designing and engineering cars that really get your heart pumping,” Mr Cramb said. “Importantly, the passion inside Toyota
that led to the 86 is also resulting in more emotional styling and greater driving enjoyment in other Toyota vehicles such as the latest generations of RAV4, Corolla and Kluger.” Mr Cramb said 80 per cent of Australian 86 sales were to private buyers, a significant proportion of whom were new to Toyota including first-time car buyers. “The 86 has helped rejuvenate the company’s brand with an influx of young new customers who may never previously have considered a Toyota. The 86 sales performance - including 6,706 sold in 2013 - is a powerful reminder of Toyota’s sports-car heritage. For information on all things Toyota, contact Llewellyns on 3282 2922..
Toyota and Hybrid Power Toyota is undertaking developments in the laboratory and on the race track to advance generations of hybrid vehicles such as Prius and Camry. The world’s largest producer of petrolelectric hybrid vehicles is targeting gains to performance and fuel efficiency that will extend its lead in hybrid technology. In Japan, Toyota has announced a new generation of computer chips with the potential to boost the fuel efficiency of its hybrid vehicles by 10 per cent* while significantly reducing the size of the crucial power control unit (PCU). Toyota Racing division based in Germany is focused on bringing hybrid know-how to road cars from its participation in the World Endurance Championship sports car racing, including the Le Mans 24-hour classic. Toyota Racing is pushing the limits of hybrid technology in motorsport with its new all-wheel-drive TS040 Hybrid race car that harvests more braking energy that can be stored and used under acceleration to deliver a significant power boost. Compared with last year’s race car, the maximum power of the TS040 Hybrid has increased more than 18 per cent while fuel use has been cut by 25 per cent. Know-how from the motorsport program and Toyota’s on-going research and
development has already been used to enhance the company’s hybrid road cars with more than six million sold worldwide. The newly developed silicon carbide chips — which will undergo on-road testing in Japan within a year - reduce the amount of current lost as heat, and switch the current flow on and off more efficiently. This enables the coil and capacitor, which account for approximately 40 per cent of the size of the PCU, to be reduced in size. Since launching Prius, Toyota has been working on in-house development of power semiconductors and on improving hybridvehicle fuel efficiency. The Le Mans 24-hour is on June 14 -15.
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