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The Merging of Two Worlds …

The covid-19 pandemic is horrendous on so many levels, however the creativity which is transpiring and rising from the ashes is commendably astounding. One of the innovate ideas presently emerging at full speed is Pages For Wisdom.

Chelsea Dynan, from Gembrook, is a psychologist and an experienced palliative care counsellor. Presently on maternity leave after giving birth to a gorgeous, second child, Chelsea has been reflecting and writing about her meaningful work. “I found myself pondering over the fragility of our aged care community and how one person can have such a substantial impact on another,” she claims.

Council Annual Report Falsely Claims Target Achieved on two Major Initiatives

Possibly the most important major initiative in the 2017-2021 Council Plan was the development and implementation of the shared services program. This program promised savings in the order of $2-3 Million per year for South Gippsland Council which would have allowed a rate reduction for ratepayers of 7% if passed on in full through the rates notice.

Cultured Meat is Closer Than We Think.

The world is in the grips of a food-tech revolution. One of the most compelling new developments is cultured meat, also known as clean, cell-based or slaughter-free meat. It’s grown from stem cells taken from a live animal without the need for slaughter.

My Favourite Straight Forward Carrot Cake

My repertoire of cakes is minimal. I or should I say she who must be obeyed outsourced main courses predominantly to me. This one is fantastic and I have shared it with many friends. It is equally simple and appealing and rewarding. One of my male friends now uses it with is very young granddaughter as an exercise in cooking. (About $6 2020 or 50c a slice) Time about 20 minute to prepare.

From adenoviruses to RNA: the pros and cons of different COVID vaccine technologies

Council’s Cost Claims on FOI Not Adding Up from Finance Department

On page 25 in the adopted Council budget (June 2020), notes say ” 2. An additional Freedom of Information (FOI) officer has been included as well as increasing hours for current FOI staff to manage a significant increase in FOI requests. Increase of $133,000.”

A report at the time quoted Council’s Acting Director Corporate and Community Services, Tracey Costello as saying the budget for addressing FOI requests by ratepayers had now reached a staggering $190,000 per annum.