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Coffs’ Winning Formula
Pulls multiple events for 2015.
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Top Gear’s Guys
In Sydney in April.
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Schoolies Week
Tips for parents.
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Brisbane Truck Show Returns in mid May.
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Global Road Technology Improving infrastructure.
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Smarter FIFO Travel With Strategic Aviation Solutions.
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Greece is the Word Athens and the Greek Isles.
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Future Music Festival Headline acts and tour dates.
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Break Free of Debt Financial advice.
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The Pier Hotel Receives a makeover.
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Air Freight Just got easier.
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Many Happy Returns For Coffs Airport staff member.
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s another year begins, it is perhaps timely to look back and see just how far Coffs Harbour Regional Airport has come since the new millennium. In the financial year 2000/01, the airport welcomed 177,000 travellers. In 2013/14 the number of travellers reached 377,000. On average this equates to an increase from 485 to 1033 people a day passing through the airport. And these numbers do not include the people who come to farewell and welcome these travellers. However we count the numbers, they do represent a significant rise that necessitated changes to improve our operating efficiency and upgrade the facilities and services provided by the airport and those of our airline partners and airport tenants. These were incremental until the arrival of Virgin Blue in 2002, and then became more significant with the arrival of Tigerair in 2013. Car parking at peak times became an issue that resulted in: new parking facilities being constructed for rental vehicles, the introduction of paid timed general car parking, and an extension to the undercover security car parking facility. New airlines necessitated the construction of additional check-in counters and departure gates. This required co-operation between all airlines, which was conducted in a cordial and professional manner, resulting in improved services for all travellers irrespective of the airline used. Another positive result was the change of security screening procedures. The lastminute rush to pass through the checkpoint outside the departure lounge caused delays to aircraft departures. However, the relocation of security screening to the current position has had a most positive outcome. Flights are no longer delayed by late passengers and there has been no loss of convenience to travellers and visitors. This change coincided with the installation of more tables and seating arrangements. Perhaps the most significant change now in place is a legacy of the rise in passenger numbers. The Airport Rescue and Fire Fighting station is now operational. Seventeen specially trained personnel, along with state-of-the-art fire-fighting and rescue equipment are permanently on call at the airport in the event of an emergency. Coffs Harbour Regional Airport is a prized and highly regarded business asset for the region. Like many other business enterprises, it is not singularly responsible for the economic health of the region. However, it could be argued that it is a barometer of Coffs Coast’s level of economic health. To ensure we contribute to a healthy economy, we commit to delivering quality services to the community and Coffs Harbour City Council by continually reviewing our performance to our customers. We invite other Coffs Coast enterprises to also rise to this challenge. To help Coffs Harbour Regional Airport in this task, Jayne Flemington has joined the airport management team as the security and compliance supervisor. If you turn to page 29, you can learn a little about her past and see that she is well-qualified to make a valued contribution to the airport team. Welcome Jayne. Until our next issue, best wishes for a rewarding and fulfilling 2015. Dennis Martin Airport Manager
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Bruce and Jane Glover, Coffs Harbour Airport
Security screening
Passenger Security Screening Since repositioning the passenger security screening to the entry into the departure lounge and encompassing Biggles café within the secure area, there has been a significant reduction in congestion at the screening point and a reduction in the numbers of delayed departures from Coffs Harbour Airport. It is imperative that operations at Coffs Harbour Regional Airport are as effective and efficient as possible, to protect our access to Sydney Airport now and in the future. To this extent, a new and more technically efficient carry-on baggage x-ray machine has been installed, and new explosive trace detection – as well as hand-held and walk-through metal detection equipment – is now in use to further improve security screening. Coffs Harbour Airport is now the Approved Screening Authority, and is subsequently responsible for the security screening of all passengers and baggage
transiting through this airport. MSS Security has been engaged under contract to provide the actual screening on behalf of the airport.
Seating Upgrade In the arrivals and departure areas of the airport terminal, additional tables and seating have been installed to increase comfort and convenience for airport patrons. In the arrivals hall there are now six tables with seating for 24 people. These were installed when the terminal building was reconfigured into two separate areas to improve operating efficiency and to enable visitors to wait for incoming flights in comfort. When this occurred, airport management was aware that access to Biggles café would be closed off. This prompted discussions with the café owner, which resulted in the installation of a coffee and snack bar inside the arrivals area. Now, when waiting for family, friends and business colleagues as they walk from the
aircraft to the terminal, you are able to enjoy a refreshment and snack in both comfort and convenience in the arrivals area. With the reconfiguration of the terminal building, the departure hall was opened out and the seating capacity significantly expanded. This was partly to accommodate the increased numbers of airline services and passengers travelling during the airport’s peak periods. A total of 22 tables and 88 seats were added, enabling 371 people to enjoy the convenience and comfort of light refreshments, sitting and chatting with family and friends, or catching up on some reading. The departure hall now has three seating areas: immediately in front of Biggles café, in the public lounge area adjacent to the café and on the south side of the Qantas, Virgin and Tiger departure gates. And if you are a Qantas Club or Frequent Flyer platinum or gold pass member, the QantasLink guest lounge is also available at Coffs Harbour Regional Airport.
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A Winning
The competition to be the Oztag Junior State Cup champions in February will be a fierce contest. Some 4000 participants will descend on Coffs Harbour to do battle in the C.ex Coffs International Stadium and on the surrounding playing fields. But before the on-field contest could begin, there was a hard-fought skirmish between cities and towns for the right to host the event. 6
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he much-loved professor Julius Sumner Miller became famous for his saying “Why is this so?”, which he applied to his physics lessons back in the 1960s, 1970s and early ’80s. If the professor had been an economist, he could have applied his question to students of business and finance as well. Starting from this point of view, why do towns, cities and countries battle to win hosting rights for sporting events large and small? Typically, the answer is to bring an economic fillip to the local economy.
In the case of the Oztag Junior State Cup, adding the contingent of officials, families, followers and media to the 4000 participants, it is estimated that some 10,000 people will stay three to four nights on Coffs Coast, contributing between $4 million to $5 million to the local economy. It’s a significant amount, but is it the only answer to the question? The Coffs Harbour City Council deemed many years ago that having a Sports Unit to manage the sports and recreational facilities for the community was a worthy endeavour. Through
C.ex International Stadium, Rabbitohs v Titans
participation in sport, people of all ages enjoy and develop a team spirit and commitment to being a member of a group of like-minded individuals, and to being physically active – improving their health and wellbeing. To enable this to occur, sporting facilities need to be purchased, built, maintained and improved over time to meet players’ and officials’ expectations for modern, up-to-date facilities. And as is always the case, there are never enough funds to do all the things the community desires. Fortunately for Coffs Harbour residents, the Coffs Coast Sport and Leisure Park goes a long way to meeting the needs of many sporting codes. Funded by Coffs Harbour City Council, the sport and leisure park – including the International Stadium – is one of the very best in regional NSW. It is available for locals and visitors alike. Of all the city’s sporting facilities, the C.ex Coffs International Stadium is the pride and joy. It has played host to many significant events, such as Olympic soccer, ARL, national rugby league, rugby union and a plethora of sporting events such as cricket, frisbee championships, touch football and Oztag. There have also been occasional entertainment events, such as the daredevil Crusty Demons’ stunt motorcycle shows. But none of these events “just happen” by themselves, it requires a team effort of a different kind. The Coffs Harbour City Council’s Sports Unit is the leader of this “different” team. Over the years, the crew of management (six), ground staff (five), canteen personnel (20) and volunteers (approximately 30) have worked together to bid for events, host those won and deliver first-class facilities and services to the many participants, officials and followers. Professional and mutually respectful relationships have been nurtured and developed between Sports Unit personnel and officials of various sporting codes, and ground staff have honed their horticultural skills to such an extent that C.ex Coffs Stadium is regarded by all the football codes
Bill Harrigan, Oztag Tournament Director
immaculate condition. The grass surface is like running on carpet in the stadium and outside fields. Also, a major factor in our decision to go to Coffs is that you always play. We have been in severe downpours and constant rain, yet play goes on. The other two important factors are: plenty of accommodation and the Council staff are terrific to work with. Australian Oztag will continue to run the championships in Coffs for many years.” Sydney Swans kids activity
as having the best field in the country – bar none. The friendly and professional hospitality provided by service staff and volunteers to players, officials and spectators is often recognised by event organisers. But the story doesn’t end here. There are many others who also contribute to this success. The suppliers of audio-visual equipment, food and beverages, transport, accommodation, accommodation booking services, medical and ambulance volunteers, and the wider business community are also part of “team Coffs Harbour”. But again that question, “Why is it so?” Yes, there is the economic aspect, which is vital in keeping people employed. But it is equally important to develop people’s talents and skills by providing opportunities to grow through the undertaking of new and interesting assignments, and then be recognised by colleagues and peers for fostering a healthy and vibrant community. We’re talking about true team spirit, which has been recognised by Oztag tournament director, Bill Harrigan OAM. He said, “I have taken the Oztag Championships to Coffs Harbour for the past seven years. I have looked throughout New South Wales and Queensland and have not found a better regional venue. The fields are always in
If you want to see the Coffs team in action, there are a number of events being held at the C.ex International Stadium to choose from: Sydney Swans Pre-Season Training Camp
February 3 – 6
Northern NSW Football’s SAP Tournament
February 7 – 8
Oztag Junior State Cup
February 13 – 15
Ella 7’s Indigenous Rugby Tournament
February 20 – 22
NAB Challenge, Sydney Swans v Brisbane Lions March 6 National Touch League
March 11 – 15
Northern NSW Football’s SAP Tournament
March 20 -22
Touch Football World Cup
April 28 –May 2
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From L to R: Richard Hammond, Jeremy Clarkson, James May
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What you are looking forward to most about the two-day Top Gear Festival in Australia in mid April?
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I’m looking forward to finding out what it is that’s had James and Jeremy come back every year saying how much fun it was. Finally I’ve been allowed to come and join them for the first time, so I’m looking forward to seeing it for myself. And it’s the perfect opportunity to pitch our two great nations against each other on the track!
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Can you reveal some of the highlights attendees will experience at the festival in Sydney?
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We – together with the Stig – will take on an all-star Aussie team. So we’ll have Shane Jacobson, Steve Pizzati – who were the local [Top Gear Australia] hosts – and a load of motoring talent. So I suppose it’s the motoring equivalent of The Ashes, which some bright spark has dubbed “the crashes” [laughs]! I’ve heard it described as a “power rugby penalty shootout” – how that works I have no idea! I expect there will be a lot of accidents and apparently V8 cricket as well, which we discovered by accident while filming in India, but we are going to improve on it. And from there we’ll have the usual collection of cars you won’t see anywhere else, stunts and driving. It’s going to be enormous!
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You, Jeremy and James were spotted filming in central Australia recently for your upcoming series. Can you share anything about that experience?
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Well I can’t share too much or I will be punched by the rest of the production team. But, yes, we were in the Northern Territory ... in three cars you wouldn’t expect to be driving around there and what we subsequently did with them you definitely wouldn’t expect those three cars to be doing [laughs]. But it was an amazing trip and we reckon it might be the best filming of the forthcoming series. So, stay tuned!
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You have been hosting Top Gear with Jeremy and James since 2002. Has there been a favourite episode that’s stood out for you from the past 12 years?
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If you were to ask the three of us [which was] our favourite big special, I think it was probably when we went to Botswana and drove across the spine of Africa in three twowheel-drive cars because that was the first sort of big special that we made – the first time we really rollicked about in our own world. It was the first time that we stepped away from being a more traditional cast and became a show that was about using cars. That was tremendous!
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And aside from the crash you endured in 2006, which would you say has been one of the hairiest episodes?
A WORD FROM JEREMY AND JAMES...
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Well being brain damaged is pretty bloody hairy! But beyond that I’d say the first time I got thrown into a car in a tank of water and had to see what happened. I’ve done that so many times since, in mini vans, cars, lakes, in the sea, but it’s always alarming when you are sitting in the car and it fills up with water and you have to wait until it’s finally full before you can get out. Also, for the forthcoming series ... I lose a bet on the show and am strapped to the top of a stunt plane. And because I called the pilot an “old man” he goes absolutely berserk and scares the bejesus out of me!
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Speaking of daring feats, you interviewed stuntman Evel Knievel not long before he passed away in late 2007. What was he like?
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He was amazing! I made a complete program about him, so we spent more than a week following him around. He was bonkas – what an incredible life! The guy came from Butte, Montana – middle of nowhere – and created in himself one of the world’s first international brands. And [what he did] was certainly not based on science. He and his manager would arrive at whichever football stadium they were going to be doing their stunt at that day and stick a finger in the air and guess!
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There’s a war that’s raged for many decades in Australia – dividing car lovers along the lines of being Holden fans or Ford fans... Would you admit to standing on one side of the fence rather than the other?
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No, I genuinely wouldn’t ... but I’ve filmed in Australia enough to know that you have to come down on one side or the other or the entire population will hate you [laughs]. I do have an old 1968 Ford Mustang 390 GT, so I probably should come down on the side of Ford.
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Is there any new motoring technology that you’ve heard about recently that has really made you go “wow!”?
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Yeah! I think a lot of the variations on the theme of electric cars – hybrids – but they are slowly balancing out the range extending the engine. I think the BMW i8 is a big wow. The
The Stig
Tesla Model S is an amazing car. We are often asked, “What are we going to do when electric cars come in?” As though that means the end of [Top Gear], but I don’t see why it would. In fact, what it means is that ... there’s a lot more to talk about. Driver-less cars, driver-less trucks, these are all fascinating things.
Jeremy Clarkson said, “For the first time all three of us will be there. So bring a pair of binoculars if you want to see Hammond and a calendar to measure May’s lap times.” James May said, “We love coming to Sydney for the Top Gear Festival, and this year will be better than ever because, for the first time, we're bringing professor Richard Hammond and his enormous intellect! To balance that out, we'll have to stick a big Holden Ute in there somewhere, doing circle work and making smoke, driven by a proper Brocky. Have I got that right?"
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Of all the cars and 4WDs launching in 2015, which are you the most excited about?
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The new Land Rover Discovery and the Defender, but whether or not that’s going to be in 2015, I don’t know. I’m looking forward to seeing the Porsche GT3RS very much and getting to grips with it. Also, the new Mustang was out in 2014, but we haven’t had it [in Britain] yet, so I’m looking forward to seeing that as well.
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Top Gear’s 22nd series will air from January 25... What else have you got planned for the next six to 12 months?
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I want to spend more time at home ... and see my two young daughters. Top Gear takes an awful lot of time to make. Not so long ago we would just take a hatchback and drive it around the Cotswolds to make a show, but now it has to be driving about in Australia, to three of us there for a week [laughs]. So it’s all become a lot more involved, which leaves very little time for anything else. I’ve got a couple of ideas for other [shows] I’d like to make in 2015, but first we need to see what space Top Gear’s going to occupy. I think of Top Gear as my job and anything else is secondary to that and I may struggle to fit in around it, so I’ll see how we go. See www.topgearfestivalsydney.com.au/ for more information.
TICKETS A move to the Easter school holidays means the Top Gear Festival can be enjoyed by fans of all ages, and it runs from 9am to 6pm each day. Ticket prices start at just $49 for adults, and family packages are available from $119. Book grandstand seats at Sydney Motorsport Park early if you want to ensure the best view of all the action. And, if you’re driving to the festival, it’s best to purchase your parking tickets through Ticketek beforehand, to get in quickly. See www.ticketek.com.au/ topgearfestivalsydney n
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reparations are well under way for the 2015 Brisbane Truck Show, with the organiser, The Commercial Vehicle Industry Association of Queensland (CVIAQ), announcing the signing of major partners for the event. CVIAQ, Brisbane Truck Show Manager, Noelene Bradley, is pleased to confirm that they have renewed their long-term relationships with BP Australia as the show’s Platinum Partner, and their popular show ambassador, Shane Webcke. And, for the first time, the show is excited to welcome Bronze Partner, Castrol Vecton. “The CVIAQ is privileged to have marketleading brands BP Australia and Castrol Vecton as partners for Australia’s premier transport industry event,” Noelene said. General manager of Regional and Transport at BP Australia, Bruce Jones, said that BP is delighted to again become the Platinum Sponsor of the Brisbane Truck Show. “We are excited to see some of the plans being prepared,” Bruce said. “This
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will be an outstanding event and provides patrons with the opportunity to see the latest in industry product technology and on the people side – including health and careers in transport. Most of all there are networking opportunities for those in transport or simply a spectacular show for those interested in our industry. We look forward to welcoming you to Brisbane.” The calibre of the exhibitors is a terrific drawcard for those directly involved or interested in the industry. “As a Platinum Partner, the event provides a valued opportunity for BP Australia to showcase our continued investment in our network, comprising truck stops, key diesel and
WIN! Inflight Publishing and the Brisbane Truck Show have 10 double passes to the event to give away to 10 lucky readers. To enter, simply email your name and postal address to hilary@inflightmagazine.com.au by April 13 with Truck Show in the subject line.
truck-friendly sites strategically positioned across Australia, for the benefit of transport operators and drivers,” Bruce said. “It also provides an environment where our executive sales team at our stand can talk about new initiatives we are involved with and answer any questions. We are very much looking forward to being involved and demonstrating what we stand for: ‘Good for drivers, good for business’.” The 2013 Brisbane Truck Show was an outstanding success, with some 37,774 decision makers and visitors pouring through the gates to witness more than 300 displays of Australia’s best vehicles, components and transport equipment – all in undercover, air-conditioned comfort. Most importantly, exhibitors delivered glowing testimonials of the event, citing best-ever sales, leads and networking opportunities and describing it as the best one in its long and proud 45-year history. “The Brisbane Truck Show is a unique opportunity every two years to highlight and promote products to the largest industry gathering,” Noelene said. “Exhibitors should not miss this chance to showcase their business and services directly to attendees.” Don’t miss it! See www.brisbanetruckshow.com. au or email admin@brisbanetruckshow. com.au, for all the latest information and sponsorship opportunities at the Brisbane Truck Show. n
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David, tell us a bit about your background prior to starting up your company, Strategic Aviation Solutions. I’ve worked within airlines for nearly 30 years, in many different areas. I worked as the regional sales manager with Qantas for 11 ABSOLUTE OCEAN FRONT years, where my role predominately involved looking after and gaining contracts for Townsville QantasLink, as well as charters operating to regional mining areas. So I was working with the mining companies and the businesses that provide services to mining companies. After leaving Qantas, I realised that there was an opportunity to provide a consultancy Large 2 & 3 bedroom apartments service to mining companies and Regional Fully self-contained withof understanding Councils, due to the lack 2 bathrooms & laundry of the charter, FIFO and aviation industry. Walking distance to the City, The Strand, So I set up my own business: Strategic Casino & Entertainment Centre Aviation Solutions. Since leaving Qantas, I Large swimming pool, spa & have consulted tennis court for a major domestic airline, regional councils, coal mining and coal seam Free Wireless internet gas companies. Free Access to Gym & Tobruk Olympic Pool Can you walk us through how you help Free Magnetic Island Transfers for mining companies with their airline Booking of 5 Nights+ contracts? Once I have negotiated a contract with a mining company, I go in for a month to three months – whatever it takes – and come back to them with a complete Drive and comprehensive 7 Mariners cost solution for all of their project travel. The Strand, Townsville BasicallyPhone I do an audit on their travel process, 07 4722 0777 costings and contracts, because the cost of or visit marinersnorth.com.au travel for mining projects typically gets blown
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out and [due to my background] I know how much they should be paying. I then arrange for all contracting companies working for a common project to travel on the same charter, as this gives the company enormous savings and better utilisation of aircraft.
What if a mining company already has a long-term airline contract in place? I work with all airlines to make sure my clients are getting the best possible charter rate for their project. If that means I have to source aircraft from other approved domestic airlines or charter operators, then that’s what I need to do for my clients. Charter flights are not set up as part of an airline’s domestic and international RPT [regular passenger transport] contract, so it is therefore negotiated separately. There are a few reasons why the airline that has the
to be a lot of growth – especially in the Surat and Galilee basins in Queensland. There are some exciting new projects coming up, such as Adani’s Carmichael Project, which will open up many jobs, especially for Queenslanders. And what changes do you see ahead for the aviation industry? I can’t foresee flights getting any cheaper, so I believe mining companies will be looking for project cost savings with the movement of their workforce. Strategic Aviation Solution’s business models improve travel time, which reduces fatigue, improves safety and productivity and allows workers to have a great work-life balance. This, in turn, can increase staff retention rates, driving even further savings. Anything else you would like to tell us? Today’s business environment is becoming increasingly difficult as competition grows and costs escalate. This causes some decisions to be made reactively rather than proactively, which does not incorporate long-term strategic foresight. In these times, it’s imperative to have advice and business planning from professionals who are neutral and independent, and who can influence results and achieve the company’s objectives. And that is where I can help.
have anyone who controls [the flights] from a project level and takes into account the possible savings when incorporating all of the companies contracted for a major project.” So there was a market there, and many have loved the concept. But, surprisingly, a lot of companies like to stick to doing things the way they have always done them, so they can be a little apprehensive. But the concept is certainly catching on.
current contract does not get the business, such as non-competitive charter costs and lack of available aircraft to fulfil the charter contract. Many mining companies don’t realise that there is that flexibility there, due to the competition in the airline industry for the mining contracts. I am aware of how deeply airlines will discount their airfares to win business, so I will therefore negotiate a charter rate that will be sustainable for the airline as well as extremely cost-effective for the mining project. What level of savings are we talking about? For one coal seam gas project, the company was presented with a solution to save several million dollars per year. But consolidating travel with more charter flights [and fewer vehicles on the road] saves lives as well as money. This is because when DIDO workers make an eight- or 10-hour drive home with some of their co-workers after doing a 12-hour shift, it sometimes makes for a very dangerous trip. I experienced this when I was living in Mackay several years ago while working with Qantas. It’s tragic. So when you ask about the level of savings, it’s not just the monetary savings but something greater: people. What has the response been from the mining community so far? It was from talking to mining companies that initially inspired the idea for Strategic Aviation Solutions, because they said, “We don’t
You have worked with regional areas in regards to connecting them to mining projects and thus reducing unemployment. Can you tell us a bit about that? I currently work with councils in line with economic growth strategies for their region. My aim is to identify the current workforce in the region I am working for and match those workers up with the current projects in Queensland. This will give the best opportunity to negotiate direct RPT and charter flights from that regional airport to the required regional airport close to their work site. Ultimately this means getting the workers from their home to their workplace safely and more efficiently.
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Being based in Brisbane, do you look after just the Queensland region at this stage? Yes, but I’m looking at expanding into PNG and Western Australia in the near future. I’m currently in negotiations with one of Australia’s biggest consulting firms, to set up a strategic partnership. They are looking at incorporating my project auditing service and cost savings methodology into their organisation. This will enable me to reach out to many more companies. What changes do you see ahead for the mining industry? Mining has been going through a bit of a lull from an employment perspective over the past year, and the price of coal has virtually halved since 2011. Construction projects also slowed down, due to the introduction of the carbon tax. However, it’s going to pick up and there is going
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1. Controlled alcohol consumption: Look for travel packages that prohibit students from bringing their own alcohol and spirits, and check that the accommodation or resort doesn’t serve shots.
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than Schoolies. Their 2014/15 Grad Trip packages included Fiji, Nepal, Cambodia, Bali, Thailand, Vietnam, Vanuatu and Europe, with a focus on fun and sun, and options for cultural exchanges, alcohol-free travel and volunteering. Unleashed Travel CEO, Jot Lynas, who has supervised more than 3000 students on their trips, said, “Graduating students have become more discerning and expect higher quality travel experiences. Grad Trips convey this change in preferences – and while there is still a focus on partying and social experiences, there is also an emphasis on cultural and new experiences.” There are a plethora of school-leaver travel options on the market, which might leave parents feeling confused, so Jot has created a checklist of what these packages should include:
2. Mandatory travel insurance: Choose a travel provider where travel insurance is mandatory, so you know your teen will be covered in the case of sickness, injury, theft or loss of luggage. 3. A responsible environment: Look for packages that are supervised, while still allowing students freedom and independence. Unleashed Travel’s Grad Trips have an adultto-student ratio of 1:7, with its First Aidcertified crew on call 24/7 and assisted by “The Red Frogs” support network. 4. Briefing sessions: Opt for a package that offers briefing sessions and information nights with parents and teens prior to their trip, as well as for the teens on arrival.
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5. Pre-arranged activities: Look for travel providers that organise day activities and host their own exclusive parties at night, so there’s less chance of the school leavers venturing out on their own and potentially putting themselves in danger. 6. No Toolies: Ensure the travel package or destination is strictly for graduating students.
currency is foreign, it can be easy to lose track of spending. Opt for a package that includes flights, accommodation, some meals and planned activities, to avoid your teen getting stung with too many additional costs while overseas, and giving you the bill when returning home! See www.unleashedtravel.com.au
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Never been to Greece? Think flowing Ouzo, beach parties, seafood, and much, much more.
GREECE is the word
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aving never visited Greece, I didn’t know what to expect, but in the end it proved to be the pinnacle of my entire trip through Europe, and a welcome change of pace. From the minute our plane hit the tarmac, the entire cabin roared with cheers and applause! That confirmed it – we had arrived in the Cyclades, Mykonos, to be exact. Mykonos is one of 227 inhabited islands in the Aegean Sea. It has a reputation for its nightlife,
but the food, scenery and culture is unlike anything I’ve ever experienced. Mykonos Town, or Chora, as it’s known to locals, is the heart of Mykonos. Massive cruise liners dock so tourists can explore for the day, and those staying out of town zoom in on their quad bikes and scooters to do the same. People wander through the colourful narrow walkways, popping into little shops for souvenirs, handmade leather sandals and jewellery, or a delicious
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Little Venice is a short walk away and is the place to go for the best seafood in Mykonos. We grabbed a table right on the water at Katerina’s Restaurant, where the waves were splashing over our feet. The iconic Mykonos Windmills sat in the background and well-fed pelicans eyeballed us from metres away, out for their next snack! Hiring a quad bike to get around the island is the best thing you can do. It’ll cost about 20 Euros ($30) per day, and will give you the freedom to see different beaches, bars, cafes, and townships. Book in advance if you can but, if not, head to Hercules Car &
Bike Rental in Chora – they are cheap and have a huge range. You can book anything from quad bikes to a five-star dune buggy, and they come in all colours of the rainbow. If it’s parties you’re after, Mykonos is it. The younger crowd heads down to Club Tropicana on Paradise Beach, where you can snooze on a sun bed and swim all day, then dance on tabletops with the masses that flock in at night. Other beach clubs worth seeing are at Super Paradise Beach and, as the name suggests, it outshines Paradise Beach on every level. These are more luxurious beach clubs with a slightly older crowd and million-dollar yachts anchored off-shore,
close enough so the sounds from the DJ pump over the ocean and on to their private party decks. The crowd is friendly and the Greek locals are side-splittingly funny. There’s no shortage of entertainment in Mykonos but what happens there stays there, so you’ll have to go and see for yourself! Our next stop was Santorini, a three-hour ferry ride from Mykonos. You often see photos of Santorini but it doesn’t prepare you for seeing it yourself. As the ferry pulls into port, Santorini is above you – about 400 metres above you, in fact. The scenery is other-worldly and the ocean simply goes on forever. Our quaint little hotel was in Fira, the capital of Santorini.
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We had a cave room, which is a traditional room carved out of volcanic rock that looks out over the Caldera. There was a Jacuzzi on our balcony, where we could enjoy the sunset, and staff served us breakfast there too. There’s something spectacular about having your eggs 300 metres above sea level, with cruise ships sitting quietly on the calm blue water below. Quad bikes are a must in Santorini too, and there are a lot more road rules than in Mykonos, but if you miss out on seeing the many different beaches, you will regret it. In one day we visited Kamari Beach, where all the sand is pitch black, and Red Beach, which is made up of pebbles as bright as the outback. We made our way down windy roads to little rocky coves that had cafes on the shoreline, and we also stopped in Oia to check out the shops and bars in the village. According to locals, this is the place to catch that famous sunset, but we also had a great view in Fira. A few words of advice on Santorini: stay longer than one day; take advantage of the very cheap authentic Greek gyros; and if the sun sets at 8pm get a table for dinner around 7pm or you’ll miss it! The final stop on our Greek adventure was Athens. I’d been told Athens wasn’t anything special but was surprised at the amount of
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We visited the Acropolis and the ruins surrounding it and were dumbfounded by its history. Get to the ruins early if you’re visiting Greece from June to August, as it gets extremely crowded and hot after about 10am. The view from the top of the Acropolis was sensational. There were old white buildings and vibrant green trees as far as the eye could see. It’s not hard
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as milk-crate seats, recycled drum tables, artificial grass and a few overhead hangars for weather protection. The food options at Eat Street seem endless, with nearly every nationality represented by a selection from the best local chefs. There are Korean sliders, Malaysian roti, German sausages, French crepes, Japanese dumplings, New York hot dogs, Mexican tacos, Singapore noodles, Indian curries, local seafood, as well as Hungarian, Brazilian, Greek, Chinese, Vietnamese and Italian dishes (among others). They are all prepared on site and typically sit in the $5 to $10 range. For the sweet tooths, there’s an array of treats such as Belgian waffles, honey puffs and doughnuts. And to wash it all down, you can choose from craft beers, wines and cocktails at the market’s several bars. For dinner on this occasion I tried the traditional Turkish gozleme – a flat bread stuffed with melted spinach and feta – which was warm and tasty. My friend loved her Vietnamese chilli-caramel pulled pork banh mi (baguette) with pickled cucumber and crushed nuts from Chitty Banh Banh, which is run by Jake and Elle
Harrison who were grand finalists in last year’s My Kitchen Rules. We followed our mains with a shared dessert of deconstructed banana split that was messy and delicious. After satisfying our stomachs we enjoyed the live music on offer and checked out some of the boutiques, which included fashion, homewares, hand-crafted jewellery, soaps, ceramics, artworks and alternative knick-knacks. The markets were brought to life by three Brisbanites: Peter Hackworth, John Stainton and Jacki Macdonald. “I have always wanted to recreate the hustle and bustle of the fabulous food markets of Asia, where you can experience the most fantastic regional dishes for next
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to nothing; with the fun, energetic, exotic flavours, wafts of wonderful aromas and noise in Brisbane,” Hackworth explains on Eat Street Markets’ website. Being the only container-based market in the region, Eat Street has quickly become popular with locals and tourists alike. As a result, it can become quite packed between 6pm and 8pm, so head in around 5pm if you want to beat the crowds and queues for food. There is a $2 entry fee and off-street parking for 400 cars is available for free next door to the market on Macarthur Avenue. See eatstreetmarkets.com or Photo courtesy of Dan Hammer facebook.com/EATSTREETMarkets for more details. n
Summer means music festivals in Australia and one of the favourites each year is Future Music Festival. Aly Eveille spoke with event organisers and performing artists about what’s in store for 2015.
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he earliest music festival in Australia is thought to have been held in 1972. Since then, they have come a long way from single-stage set-ups on dusty bushland. Aussie festivals now resemble that of their CENTRALLY international counterparts, with LOCATED globally celebrated line-ups, astonishing • Quiet 4 star luxury rooms • Spectacular viewsmusic pyrotechnics and unconventional • gt’sturning Cafe Bistro and pool fans up• Courtyard by the terrace thousands. • Conference room • 3 min to CBD, RNA Showgrounds, Since 2006, Future Music Festival has Royal Brisbane Hospital and Wickham Terrace been•known as one Suncorp, of the Gabba elite dance 5 min to Ballymore, festivalsandinBrisbane Australia, hosting Convention Centrenames such as Fatboy Slim, Empire of the Sun and The Reservations FREECALL 1800 722upon us, Chemical Brothers. And with801 2015 theemail: eventggtmotel@bigpond.net.au is preparing to rock crowds like never before with headliners The Prodigy, Avicii, Drake, Afrojak, Knife Party, Example, Nero, Die Antwood and more. BRISBANE Event organisers saidSpring Future 397 Gregory Terrace, HillMusic embraces every city it travels to and, http://gregoryterrace.bestwestern.com.au luckily for Aussie fans, that includes the eastern capital cities of Brisbane and Sydney, the south’s Adelaide and Melbourne, and Perth in the west. Mushroom Group project manager, Samantha Clode, said that in planning 2015 they put the festival’s vision under the microscope, taking a step back to look
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dance music. It’s all about trying to give the crowd the best time of their life.” To make it even better, Thom and Idir love Australia. “We could go on and on about Australia, because it’s a great place,” Thom said. “But we really love it because there’s such a great vibe and the people are really nice. We also know that Aussies can party like there’s no tomorrow and we love the energy that comes with it!” Regarding the years to come, organisers are tight-lipped about plans. “I can’t say for sure, but 2015 marks our first year in Singapore... so hopefully we will continue to
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not surprising that this area of law is plagued by many myths and misconceptions.
Some popular myths and misconceptions
- Contact your bank and receive correspondence for all accounts, change any joint accounts to two signatories and pinpoint any exposure you may have to funds being dissipated from joint accounts (including credit cards and redraw facilities). - Review any superannuation beneficiary arrangements and any insurance cover. - Consider revoking any Power of Attorney to your spouse and review your will. - And, if you don’t have a will, get one! There are many other factors to consider, including severing joint tenancies, potential stamp-duty exemptions and time limits. Don’t assume you can handle the property settlement yourself. Seek advice from a Family Law solicitor at the outset.
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BREAK FREE Getting out of debt doesn’t have to be a struggle. You can change your debt and begin to enjoy creating money in your life. Here are some effective tools to get you started, from business mentor Simone Milasas.
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What could make you money easily? What is easy and fun for you to do that you think has no value? The reason you think it has no value is because you think anyone can do it! But it’s simply not true that anyone can do it. You can, however, and what if you could make money from it too?
Next, add up your debts, and work out how much you would need to pay monthly to have it paid off in 12 months (or two years if it’s more than $20,000).
Take a notebook and write down the things that are easy and fun for you to do. Keep the notebook as an ideas book and keep adding to it.
Add the two amounts together, then add 20 per cent just for fun. Don’t freak out if the amount seems like a lot. You now know the amount that truly reflects your requirements for living a life you’d like. With that information, you can now shoot for your target. Be willing to have money Do you like to spend money or to have money? When the dollars come in, where do you put them first? Do you invest or send them straight out to bills and debts? Being willing to have money is essential to getting out of debt.
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Put away 10 per cent of everything you earn One of the simplest ways to begin having money is to create a 10 per cent “Honouring of You” account. Take 10 per cent of all money that comes in, put it away and never touch it.
Ask more questions If you are willing to look at possibilities for creating money, rather than looking for solutions to money problems, you will have the ability to be creative and have fun with generating money. Here are a few questions you can ask to get you in the “possibilities” zone: What can I add to my life today that will create more money right away? What else is possible that I haven’t considered before? What fun can I have today that will invite money to come play with me? Can I have the money now, please?
You can keep it in the bank, in cash, or buy things with intrinsic wealth that will grow in value, such as gold or silver. By honouring yourself with the 10 per cent, you are creating the energy of having money in your life and not just spending it. Money follows joy, not the other way around Many people say, “I will be happy when I have x amount of money.” The truth is, much like you, money prefers to hang out with happy people. What brings you joy? What do you love to do? Are you doing it? What if you made a commitment to spend one hour of every day and one whole day a week doing something you truly love to do? Try it and notice what changes in your life.
ABOUT SIMONE Simone Milasas is a business mentor and the author of Joy of Business. Simone found a new approach to business and life that saw her climb back from $187,000 in debt. She has been involved in a multitude of companies, and is presently the global co-ordinator of Access Consciousness®, as well as the founder and creator of Joy of Business™. See www.accessjoyofbusiness.com n
A DIFFERENT perspective
BY: Luke Baker
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was reading a book recently called The Seven Habits of Highly Effective People, by Stephen Covey, and it sums up perspectives perfectly. One day, Stephen was in a fairly crowded carriage on a subway in New York on his way home from work. Two young children in the carriage were being particularly loud and obnoxious and were really starting to annoy other commuters. This went on for quite some time and Stephen and the others were getting frustrated – especially as the children’s father just sat there, staring into space, as if he didn’t care how much his children were annoying other commuters. After a while, Stephen decided he’d had enough of this behaviour (he’d had a long day at work) so he leant across and said to the father that his children were being quite
Luke with his family
painful to the other people on the train, and could he perhaps get them to calm down a bit. The father apologised to him and added that he hadn’t really noticed. He then went on to say that they had just come from the hospital, where the children’s mother had passed away. They were in a state of shock and probably didn’t know how to act ... and that’s perhaps why they were misbehaving so much. As you can imagine, Stephen then saw the situation in a whole new light. He went from being quite aggravated to feeling complete empathy. His perspective had been changed so much that he then asked the father if there was some way he could help. I wanted to share this story to encourage everyone to stop and think for a second before judging a situation as you see it. Could there be something beneath the surface that you have no idea about that’s perhaps causing someone to think and act in a certain way? If a workmate is suddenly cranky and telling you off for an unknown
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reason, perhaps something difficult has been happening in their family life. Or, if your partner doesn’t seem themselves on the phone, perhaps they’ve had a bad day at home or at work. Instead of jumping to conclusions and thinking that someone should just quit FIFO if they’re unhappy, maybe we should consider that we don’t know all the facts. For example, one couple I heard about have a really sick daughter who requires 24/7 care. The father works away so they can afford treatment and ensure the mum can stay at home full-time to care for her. Perhaps we could all try to see the world from a different perspective – or remind ourselves that we never really know what’s going on in other people’s lives. Maybe then we would be more understanding and empathetic, wouldn’t get so wound up, and would all be a little happier.
ABOUT LUKE Luke Baker is a FIFO contractor, working a number of different rosters around Queensland. His FIFO Man Facebook page (facebook.com/fifoman007) attracted more than 10,000 followers in the week it was launched in 2014. He is also a contributor for the support website, Mining Family Matters (MFM). This article was reprinted with MFM’s permission. See www.miningfm.com.au n
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One of the most common bits of advice between FIFO workers is: “FIFO is your choice. If you miss home, just quit!” It’s not always as easy as it might seem though, is it? You have your own perspective (and strong views on the topic), but do you really know what life is like for the person you’re judging?
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KEEPING UP APPEARANCES
Built in 1905, destroyed by fire in 1914, lovingly rebuilt with verandahs and balconies the following year, then partly “modernised” by removing the verandahs in the early 1960s, The Pier Hotel is now undergoing refurbishment to restore some of its former glory.
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s its name suggests, The Pier Hotel is near Coffs Harbour’s waterfront – a stone’s throw from Jetty Beach and the historic timber jetty, fishing fleets and cruise boats moored in the Coffs Harbour International Marina. Today, most visitors to Coffs Coast travel by car, plane and train but back in the very early 1900s travellers often arrived at Coffs Harbour via the steamers that operated between Sydney and the ports along the NSW north coast, including Coffs Harbour.
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Advertisements in the Coffs Harbour Advocate newspaper of 1907 offered passage between Sydney and Coffs on the SS Cooloon, SS Noorebar and the SS Dorrigo for 25 shillings one way and 45 shillings return. Around this time, Coffs Harbour’s township was centred on the harbour area, with a hospital, retail and general stores, tailor, timber mill and fishing operations. The perfect location for a hotel such as The Pier. After the 1914 fire, the hotel was rebuilt, reopened and the publican
at the time, William Mann, pursued the tourism aspects for the region. According to the book; Coffs Harbour Vol I 1880 -1945 by Neil Yeates, Mann claimed that the hotel and area catered for “sea-loving visitors: those who wished to inhale the health-giving ozone or contemplate the joy of an early morning plunge in the surf”. And his enterprising hotel manager, who owned a couple of motorboats, conducted fishing tours when good catches of snapper were said to be “the norm”. Later, in about 1917, car
tours to Bellingen and Grafton departed daily from the hotel. Between then and now, the town centre moved further west, developments altered the face of the city, industries changed and the population significantly expanded. But The Pier remains. Now, some 100 years later, another publican is investing funds, time and passion to once again return some of the former glory to The Pier Hotel. Warren Skinner and wife Kay purchased the hotel in March 2007 and have commenced refurbishing the property step by step. Warren said he saw value in the property when it was advertised for sale. “The pub has a great location on the Jetty Strip (Coffs Harbour’s eat street precinct), it’s on a large land holding and has town planning approval for a variety of extension options,” he said. Warren’s first priority has been the essentials – such as electrical, plumbing, roofing and a cool store upgrade. A bit of a handyman, Warren has scraped paint, chipped tiles and secured timber roofing batons with thousands of new screws. “Preparation is everything to get a quality finish,” he said. But Warren is the first to admit the need for specialised tradespeople is paramount. As a keen supporter of local businesses, renovations and fittings were locally sourced where possible, and lighting, roofing, plumbing, tiling, glazing, carpets, timber restoration and joinery, stone masonry, paint and plaster supplies were all purchased from Coffs Coast businesses. Warren is especially proud that the newly installed and insulated copper plumbing now ensures piping hot water arrives in seconds after turning on the guest room taps. Perhaps this is a “bloke thing”! Meanwhile, the decor of the guest rooms has been the domain of wife Kay. She has overseen the colour schemes, furnishings, linen and artwork. A total of 16 high-ceiling guest rooms are now fully renovated. Some are single studio rooms, others twins and the remainder are doubles with queen-size beds. There is a selection of rooms with private facilities, while others offer shared bathrooms. Some of the original rusty red brick walls have been exposed, which show the rich colour and texture and complement the vibrant linen and art chosen by Kay. Two rooms have had the original fireplaces exposed for a touch of nostalgia and all bathrooms have been modernised with stylish tiling, frosted glass doors, ceramic basins and chromed tap ware. All rooms have LED television and wifi is available throughout the hotel. According to Warren and Kay, the renovation is a marriage of old and new that is returning the hotel to its former glory. They are also planning to reinstall the verandahs and balconies as the next stage of the rebirth of The Pier Hotel. Plans have been drawn and they are now in discussion with Council to determine the best way forward. In the meantime, locals and visitors to Coffs Harbour are rediscovering this stalwart of Coffs Harbour’s hotel hospitality. So, when next on Coffs Coast, why not stop by and enjoy a cold ale, a refreshing cocktail, a fine meal in the bistro and an overnight stay in one of the hotel’s delightfully refreshed and comfortable guest rooms. The Pier is on the corner of Harbour Drive and Camperdown Street, sharing its street frontage with a number of cafes and restaurants known as “the Jetty Strip”. It is a colourful and vibrant part of town and, who knows, you may even bump into Warren and Kay, who often join their patrons in the bar or restaurant.
The Pier Hotel Address: 356 Harbour Drive, Coffs Harbour, NSW Phone: (02) 6652 2110 Web: www.pierhotelcoffs.com.au n
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Fingertip
The air freighting world has become faster, more versatile, computerised and more cost efficient. Deliveries that sometimes took weeks now take just a few days.
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ames Bianchi has been in the air freight business since 1978. He started out with Ansett Air Freight, dispatching parcels and packages on behalf of Coffs Coast residents to destinations near and far. The original freight depot was based at the old Coffs Harbour Airport Terminal, which now houses the Professional Pilot Training business. Back then, booking systems for freight were manual, paper based and time-consuming for both customers and freight carriers. Even the delivery vehicle was somewhat antiquated. James recalls that it was a second-hand Nissan Homer milk van converted to carry parcels, Express Post and packages. It was slow, but reliable. Now, 36 years later, how things have changed. James has nine modern, radiocontrolled delivery vans, and 10 staff to help him with his air freight business, Bananacoast Couriers. It provides a daily service for a variety of freight – both incoming and outgoing – for people and businesses from Yamba to Stuarts Point and up to Dorrigo.
To book, go online, phone, or visit the office at Coffs Harbour Regional Airport. James and his staff will be there to personally look after your freight needs.
James Bianchi, Bananacoast Couriers
As of January 2015, Bananacoast Couriers, which represents Qantas Freight and StarTrack Air Freight, will go live with its own website: bananacoastcouriers. com.au. By running your fingertips over the computer keyboard, you can now book your freight to be collected, dispatched and tracked right through to delivery around Coffs Coast, around Australia and around the world. If you have anything – from animals, perishable items or business documents requiring same day, next day or economy road services – Bananacoast Couriers is the group to call.
Bananacoast Couriers Pty Ltd Address: Air Freight Facility, Airport Drive, Coffs Harbour Airport, NSW, 2450 Office hours: 8.30am - 5pm Monday to Friday; on call on weekends Phone: (02) 6652 7670 Fax: (02) 6658 0610 Email: bcc-cfs@bigpond.net Web: www.bananacoastcouriers.com.au n
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MANY HAPPY RETURNS There are no direct flights from Kangaroo Island (KSC) to Coffs Coast (CFS), but Jayne Flemington managed to make a beeline for Coffs Harbour Regional Airport twice.
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orn and bred on Kangaroo Island (KI, as they call it), Jayne Flemington started her working life with the Bank of South Australia. However, after seven years, her itchy feet got the better of her and she withdrew to become a crew member at Kangaroo Island Council’s Kingscote Aerodrome. In doing so, she increased the staffing levels by 50 per cent – as it was now Jayne and the aerodrome manager! Being a KI country kid, Jayne was ready, willing and able to take on all the tasks required to keep the aerodrome operational. Responsibilities such as: driving tractors, mowing the grass around the airstrip, changing the airport lighting system’s light globes, repairing and replacing aviation wind socks, dragging and rolling dirt to keep the runway smooth, and any other essential maintenance required to ensure aircraft and people could safely arrive at and depart from Kangaroo Island. When the aerodrome manager left for the mainland, Jayne took over the position. At the controls, she successfully applied for and received funding to upgrade the aerodrome’s security – installing CCTV, erecting perimeter security fencing, and installing all new gating and locking mechanisms. Then, after four years as manager, she too took flight. In 2007, Jayne landed the position of compliance officer at Coffs Harbour Regional Airport. She performed this role
with gusto, refining the security procedures to ensure Coffs Harbour Regional Airport complied with the Commonwealth’s Transport Security requirements. It was her attention to detail that caught the eye of the Commonwealth agency and, after one year at Coffs, Jayne was enticed to become a transport security inspector for the Commonwealth, based in Adelaide. Here she gained further training and audit qualifications before returning to work once again at an operational level at Port Lincoln Airport. While there, she also managed to provide security audit consultancy services for Dubbo, Proserpine, Whyalla, Ceduna, Meekatharra and Tamworth airports. But someone and something was calling her back to Coffs. Early in 2014, Jayne married a gentleman
she had met while previously in Coffs. Then the position of security and compliance supervisor at Coffs Harbour Regional Airport was advertised. And the rest is history. Happily re-settled in Coffs Harbour, Jayne enjoys the sub-tropical climate and lifestyle, exploring and camping at various coastal and hinterland spots around Coffs Coast, dining out with husband David and friends, and early morning runs with her pet dog Bud. A keen runner, Jayne has completed three City to Bay 12-kilometre runs in Adelaide, and run the City to Surf in Sydney three times. Next July she will teamup with her twin sister Helen and run in the Gold Coast half marathon. Jayne says she really enjoys dealing with the detail of being the airport’s security and compliance supervisor, which involves keeping up-to-date with current legislation and being part of the airport team to ensure all Coffs airport patrons receive the highest possible level of safety and security. When Jayne first arrived at Coffs, Qantas Airways was the security screening authority. This changed in 2014, when Coffs Harbour Airport became the screening authority, with services delivered by MSS Security Pty Ltd. With responsibility for this program, Jayne is looking forward to working with her airport colleagues, and stay happily grounded. Welcome home Jayne! n
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