The PRWIRE Press Releaseshttps://2021-01-11T04:17:29ZCommon pesticides and treatment guide2021-01-11T04:17:29Zcommon-pesticides-and-treatment-guide
There are several hundred species of common
pests and that is why, it is even more important to have a variety of different
control and treatment options and measures. It should be said however, a common
misconception is that, if you receive a professional pest control or treatment
service then all your pest problems will disappear immediately. Rather, pest
management can sometimes require multiple visits or most importantly regular
treatments, for example yearly treatments in your home or office to effectively
eradicate pests. In this edition our founder and CEO Ali Ghafoor from A.M.G
Pest Management shares common pest treatment options and what to expect from
your next pest treatment.
Pesticides can be grouped according to the types
of pests they will target and exterminate or according to the chemicals in them
and their methods of applications. Such as:
Insecticides – Insects
Herbicides – Plants
Rodenticides – Rodents (mice and rats)
Bactericides – Bacteria
Fungicides – Fungi
Larvicides – Larvae
It is important to determine the correct
pesticide for your pest problems to avoid unnecessary time, effort, and financial
loss.
Common treatment options:
Depending on your location, property size,
demographics, environment and other personal factors. Your technician will
usually determine a best fit treatment for your pest problem and site. It is
simply not a ‘one size fits all approach’ (we will explain what we mean
further).
After an initial meet and greet, a technician is
expected to carry out a risk and safety assessment to determine how best to
address the situation at hand, for example, if there are small children
crawling in the house then a ‘blanket floor’ spray may not be an option or nearby
native bees, pets and so on. During your consultation with your technician, it
is important to highlight your observations, such as times of activities of pests,
locations (kitchen, bathroom and so on), behaviour and any other particulars activities you may
have noticed, for example sounds or smell. This can significantly help with
making an informed decision in addressing your pest problem. With this
information a technician can determine which range of treatments and methods
they deem most effective and efficient for your job.
Aerosol: Ready-to-use aerosols are self-contained and
pressurized gas. When used pesticide is released through a fine opening.
Commonly used in smaller areas and openings.
Fumigants: Fumigants are pesticides that aim to deliver
the active concentrate or ingredient to the site of the target pests in the
form of a gas, or commonly referred to as ‘flea bombs’.
Liquid Formulations or Spray: Usually contains a few active
compounds and used against common pests in most settings (residential,
commercial, industrial, or agricultural) and adaptable to many types of
application methods, from small to larger sprayers.
Gel: Pastes and gels are mainly used in pest management
for ants and cockroach control. Active concentrate is usually about 5%. Commonly
applied in kitchen and wet areas or around appliances.
Dust: Most dust formulations are ready-to-us and
usually contain a low percentage of active ingredient (usually 10% or less by
weight). Commonly used in cracks and crevices or hard to reach areas. Commonly
used in roof void and weepholes.
Granules: Granular formulations are like dust
formations, in that they ready-to-use, however they are usually larger and
heavier. Similarly, they are not water-soluble and not intended to be mixed
with water. Active ingredients range from 1% to 15%. Can be sprinkled in target
areas, for example garden or lawn area.
Baits: Can be used as solid or liquid form and used
to target pests as food-based baits. Traditionally used in bait stations for
rodents or ready-to-use bait stations to target ants or cockroaches.
In conclusion, pest management and control can
sometimes be a quick process. However, at times it can take multiple visits,
different applications, and modified treatment methods to achieve the desired outcomes.
Nevertheless, benefits of targeted pest management in your home or office means
treating pest problems at the source of the problem for a more effective and efficient
outcome. For more information and helpful guides please visit www.amgpest.com.au like and share our page on Facebook www.facebook.com/amgpest
Free Gutter Cleaning Quotes Now Available From Brisbane Gutters2021-01-03T14:24:37Zfree-gutter-cleaning-quotes-now-available-from-brisbane-guttersWith a commitment to providing quality gutter cleaning services you would be happy to recommend to your friends and family, Brisbane Gutters is now providing free gutter cleaning quotes for commercial, strata and residential clients in the Brisbane region. Visit the company website or call Dan to discover the competitive rates and friendly service of the Brisbane Gutters team.
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Come and visit the company website today to explore the complete range of gutter maintenance services the team provides.
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Melbourne firm unleashes patent pending cyber secure signature solution to green the world2020-12-10T03:38:58Zmelbourne-firm-unleashes-patent-pending-cyber-secure-signature-solution-to-green-the-world
For Immediate Release
Melbourne – 10 Dec 2020 jeylabs launched their e-signature solution called GetSignature in March 2020 with a focus on helping people and businesses work well virtually during covid. They have planted 200 tress already in the bush fire ravaged areas.
With the surge in working from home, GetSignature aims to crack the local market of businesses and consumers looking for an easy electronic signature solution that is trustable and cost effective.
Offered as a monthly subscription, this patent pending technology also uses military grade encryption to keep your signature and documents safe from prying eyes on the internet. GetSignature is available for free trials at https://getsignature.com.au
No more printing, scanning and chasing signatures. GetSignature is not only helping you save paper, time, energy and money but also help you green the planet. They do this so uniquely with their partnership with one tree planted.org. They have just planted their first 200 trees in Australia through this partnership. Company CEO, Jey Srikantha said that they are committed to plant trees with every subscription.
He added "Document eSignature solutions have been around for a while but are traditionally expensive and fundamentally flawed from a security perspective. GetSignature, an Australian innovation, has taken a different approach to getting your documents securely signed with patent-pending document protection technology."
GetSignature is all about making security seamless and easy to practice. Focus on usability also helped win enterprise deals. jeylabs has signed a major multi-year on-prem deal with a construction business to deliver digital signatures for invoice processing at scale.
GetSignature starts at $6 per month for 2 users with the Family plan and goes all the way up to Business plans at $47 per month for 5 users. Built using the latest server less technology GetSignature is taking the pandemic head-on.
Many customers have already benefitted from deploying GetSignature. The Rent Roll Broker, recently committed to deploying GetSignature to their web application automating their sales agreement signoffs.
“We recently moved to Get Signature after some time with a "leading" solution. It has document encryption and is so much more secure. We love that it is an Aussie product, so the money stays here. Give it a go.”
Victorian government's digital adaptation program funding can be used for the subscription of secure digital business services such as GetSignature. jeylabs has tailored plans available to help businesses take advantage of this funding. GetSignature is available for free trials at https://getsignature.com.au
Founded in 2009, jeylabs is the 14th fast growing software business in Australia, as recognised by the coveted CRN Fast 50 award in Nov 2019. The company offers a wide range of products and services designed to give people their time back.
jeylabs and GetSignature are registered trademarks .
The names of actual companies and products mentioned herein may be the trademarks of their respective owners.
For more information, press only:
Jey Srikantha
0400 846 996
jey@jeylabs.com.au
For more information on GetSignature:
https://getsignature.com.au
Flick Anticimex strengthen its position in the Townsville area through the acquisition of Tactic Pest Control (“Tactic”)2020-12-01T03:38:07Zflick-anticimex-strengthen-its-position-in-the-townsville-area-through-the-acquisition-of-tactic-pest-control-tactic
Flick Anticimex closes its second acquisition in Queensland for
the year and secures its market leader position in the Townsville area. The
acquisition of Tactic strengthens the local operations especially within the termite
and residential services.
Tactic was established in 2003 by George and Sandra Bell and will
contribute with a strong presence in the area and support a geographical
expansion of the Flick services as they have been servicing the city of
Townsville, Magnetic Island, Charters Towers, Ayr and Ingham.
George Bell, Owner of Tactic commented:
“Joining Flick Anticimex represents for us a great opportunity.
Being part of Flick Anticimex, profiting from their international experience as
part of Anticimex Group, will allow us to further improve the quality level of
our services by developing our alternative and preventive SMART pest control
solutions. Also, I am pleased to offer to our present and future employees new
possibilities offered to us being part of this growing global organization. I
am very proud of the results that our family owned company has achieved, thanks
to our team.
Dallas Hall, Regional General Manager – West Region, Flick
Anticimex commented:
“I am very happy and enthusiastic about this transaction as
Tactic is a renowned and well-run business in the Townsville area. We are all looking
forward to working together with George and his Team as their culture of
excellence toward employees and clients align naturally with the way we do
things at Flick. Combining our decades of experience with the latest
technological innovations will result in an even better customer service experience.”
For more information, please contact:
George Bell, Owner,
Tactic Pest Control,
Phone
+61 409 276 775, Email george.bell@tacticpestcontrol.com.au
Dallas
Hall, Regional General Manager – West Region, Flick Anticimex
Phone
+61 428 118 056, Email Dallas.Hall@flick.com.au
About Anticimex
Anticimex Group is the modern pest control company. Through
prevention, new technology and sustainable solutions, we meet the new demands
for healthy environments, for both individuals and businesses. Anticimex
employs around 7 100 people, serving more than 3 million customers in 19
markets worldwide. Total revenue in 2019 amounted to approximately AUD 1.5
billion.
Read more at anticimex.com
& flick.com.au
Banking Re-imagined has Arrived in Lismore & Mullumbimby2020-11-30T04:15:27Zbanking-re-imagined-has-arrived-in-lismore-amp-mullumbimby
Australia’s Mutual Lender of the
Year, Southern Cross Credit Union (SCCU) has re-opened the doors to their redesigned
Lismore and Mullumbimby Financial Service Centre (FSC) and it’s catching local
attention.
At a time when many have had to pull
back on spending, SCCU is doing the opposite. Reinvesting into the areas they
call home and celebrating with summer specials and week-long events to
encourage locals to come in and experience the new space, designed for them.
The redesign continues to reflect the
Credit Unions commitment to being customer-focused and doing things
differently. CEO Stuart Edwards said “We’re incredibly proud to have created
spaces where people feel comfortable, that reflects the local community and
where conversations flow more easily.
This year has been a learning curve
for all and while our digital channels continue to grow and deliver an improved
online experience, we still see the importance of those face-to-face
interactions. Particularly as many have been kept apart for longer than ever
before,” added Stuart.
Feedback following renovations has
been overwhelmingly positive and with Open Week promotions happening in Lismore
from 30th November– 4th December 2020 and Mullumbimby 7th
December – 11th December 2020. With lending specialists on-site all
week, the doors are well and truly open to everyone. There is even a chance to
win a $1,000 SCCU Account running until 22nd January for new and
current customers to keep celebrations going summer-long.
“Our FSC’s are a part of the
community and we wanted to celebrate with those who have continued to support
us, but also invite those who are looking for something better, one that works
for them.
Whether it be online or in-branch, the
kind of personalised service consumers are demanding is something we work hard
to deliver, and improve on at every moment,” Mr Edwards said.
Call 1300 360 744 or visit www.sccu.com.au for more information.
It’s Bushfire season – Be “air smart” and “lung smart”.2020-11-27T21:13:04Zit-s-bushfire-season-be-air-smart-and-lung-smart-1
This time last year, Australians were bracing themselves for the onslaught of unprecedented bushfire events, with air pollution up to 11 times the base 'hazardous' level.1 This resulted in smoke-related health costs estimated at $1.95 billion according to the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare's Australian bushfires 2019–20: Exploring the short-term health impacts released this week.2
As an “air smart” public education campaign is considered by the NSW Parliament, maintaining respiratory health is becoming a priority for many Australians, with many considering what immediate steps can be taken now.1,3
The proposed “air smart’ public education campaign, similar to the established “sun smart” campaign, would be designed to manage and interpret the health risks associated with exposure to poor air quality. It is one of the six recommendations of Report 54: Health impacts of exposure to poor levels of air quality resulting from bushfires and drought recently tabled in the NSW Legislative assembly.1
No one is disputing that these events had direct impacts on the respiratory systems of countless Australians – with adverse health effects such as irritated eyes, nose and throat to worsening symptoms associated with asthma and other lung conditions (such as COPD).2,4,5
At the national level, the CSIRO is currently working on rolling out an AQFx (air quality forecasting system) to benefit all Australians. This system currently only anticipates health hazards across NSW and Victoria, including bushfire and prescribed burn smoke, wind-blown dust and urban sources of pollution.6
So what can everyday Aussies do now to be “lung smart”
Australian functional breathing expert, Dr Rosalba Courtney, has seen first-hand how the last year has impacted people’s wellness generally.
“COVID-19 and the chaos of the bushfire season has made many people more aware of the importance of good breathing and healthy lungs. Luckily, we can do breathing training to improve the resilience of our lungs,” said Dr Courtney, speaking from her Breathe and Body clinic on Sydney’s Northern Beaches.
While it will take government efforts to co-ordinate a unified approach to national alerts around air quality and to implement the “air smart” campaign, being “lung smart” is something that everyday Australians can do right now, especially as many regions are again placed on high alert for bushfire activity.
“It’s not just the smoke, or the fact we haven’t been able to move as much as we’d have liked, the stress and anxiety the changing world has caused has had a big impact upon how we breathe. Using the right tools, techniques and devices, you can train your respiratory muscles to be stronger and more efficient. Even the benefits of warm, moist air should not be overlooked as a way to improve your respiratory health. Research shows that Respiratory Muscle Training, or RMT, can improve fitness and breathlessness in people with chronic lung conditions,” says Dr Courtney.7,8
“Steam has been used to loosen tight phlegm from the airways for years, and while not every Australian has the easy access to saunas as they do in Finland, there are some innovative devices developed in Europe that have been designed to combine the traditional benefits of Nordic steam with home-based RMT,” said Dr Courtney.8,9
Dr Courtney is one of the first Australian health care professionals to investigate the benefits of the WellO2, an at-home Nordic steam breathing device.
“Devices such as the WellO2 offer a novel approach to RMT as it combines the benefits of warm steam with respiratory muscle strengthening to assist the lungs” said Dr Courtney.
With pollution a major trigger for those living with respiratory concerns, and Australians again preparing for potentially adverse air quality issues caused by summer bushfires, now is the perfect time to take better care of your lungs, and discover how to breathe better.
So this summer, remember to Slip, Slop, Slap and Steam.
Dr Courtney’s Top 5 “Lung Smart” Health Tips
1. Stay Hydrated – “It might seem simple but drinking enough water each day is as important for the lungs as it is for the rest of the body,” Dr Courtney explains. According to Dr Courtney, keeping well-hydrated helps maintain the health of the mucosal lining in the lungs.
2. Slow relaxed breaths – “The day-to-day stress of life, the looming threat of more bad air quality and the anxiety of the pandemic has meant a lot of us hold tension in the breathing muscles as well as the rest of the body. Stress tends to make people breathe more quickly. Slowing the breath down is one of the best ways to relax while also improving the ability of our lungs to take up oxygen,” says Dr Courtney. “Deep breathing helps you to expand and allow your lungs to reach their full capacity. As you slowly breath in, place your hand on your belly and feel the push of air into your diaphragm, allowing your ribs to open and your upper chest to expand and lift,” says Dr Courtney.
3. Nasal breathing – Our nose is an important part of the respiratory system. It warms and humidifies the air we breathe and protects the airways from allergens, pollutants and pathogens. Nasal breathing also tends to make our diaphragm work better. “An easy way to improve the health of the whole respiratory system is to breathe through the nose. The more you train yourself to breathe nasally, during exercise and rest, the easier it becomes,” says Dr Courtney.
4. Sit Straight, Stand Tall and Breathe with the Diaphragm – “Our lungs themselves are soft structures, so making room for them to expand and contract as you breath is incredibly important,” says Dr Courtney. With increasing time at the desk thanks to the home-office realities, slouching and poor ergonomic office design has meant people are not sitting as straight, and as a result not allowing their lungs and rib cage to expand appropriately. Breathing patterns can become abnormal with excessive use of our upper rib cage which leads to insufficient use of the diaphragm during breathing. “An easy way to address this, is to stop every hour or so in your chair, relax your shoulders and while relaxing direct your breath into the lower ribcage and belly,” she says.
5. Invest in a breathing trainer – Lung fitness changes over time. The breathing capacity of adult lungs declines, as does the power of adult respiratory muscles, as we age. But just as we can strengthen other muscles in our bodies, we can also strengthen our lungs with RMT. Steam plus RMT may assist to increase in the strength of respiratory muscles and improve pulmonary gas exchange. Breathing exercise devices come in a range of styles and are beneficial not only for those experiencing ongoing respiratory concerns, but for individuals looking to engage in conscious breathing for everyday general wellness. ENDS
Expert available for comment:
· Dr Rosalba Courtney, DO PhD (Breathing). Breath and Body Clinic/ GenBiome
Further information, product images, case studies and interviews are available through:
· Susan Hando, Mint Health, on mobile: 0411 711 351 or email: susanh@minthealth.com.au
· Hannah Heather, Mint Health on mobile: 0405 126 119 or email: hannahh@minthealth.com.au
Ref 1. Health impacts of exposure to poor levels of air quality resulting from bushfires and drought / Portfolio Committee No. 2 – Health [Sydney, N.S.W.] : the Committee, 2020. [xii, 103] pages ; 30 cm. (Report no. 54 / Portfolio Committee No. 2 – Health) https://www.parliament.nsw.gov.au/lcdocs/inquiries/2580/Report%20no%2054%20-%20PC2%20-%20Health%20impacts%20of%20poor%20air%20quality.pdf
Ref 2. Australian bushfires 2019–20: Exploring the short-term health impacts Australian Institute of Health and Welfare. November 2020
Ref 3. Lung Health and Attitudes to Wellness – an Australian perspective. November 2020 (A Survey of 55 Australians, prior to embarking on a 6 week trial of WellO2.)
Ref 4. Australian Government’s Health DirectWebsite https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/bushfires-and-your-health#health-risks and https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/blog/do-face-masks-protect-you-from-bushfire-smoke
Ref 5. The Breathing problems up due to bushfires published by NSW Health 13 November 2019 https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/news/Pages/20191113_00.aspx
Ref 6. CSIRO Smoke forecasting for bushfires and prescribed burns (case study) May 2020 https://www.csiro.au/en/Research/OandA/Areas/Assessing-our-climate/Smoke-forecasting
Ref 7. Severin, Richard et al Respiratory Muscle Performance Screening for Infectious Disease Management Following COVID-19: A Highly Pressurized Situation; Am J Med 2020 https://www.amjmed.com/article/S0002-9343(20)30347-8/fulltext
Ref 8. Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is common in Australia and treatment options for advanced disease are limited. Newer interventions including steam therapy are being evaluated in patients with advanced COPD and are likely to become available in the future. https://respiratorymedicinetoday.com.au/2017/may/regular-series/bronchoscopic-procedures-copd-breath-fresh-air
Ref 9. In August 2020, the ethical committee of the University of Tampere approved a six-month clinical study to monitor the use of RMT and steam inhalation (using the WellO2) in 60 patients with COPD and asthma, comparing the results against a baseline of muscle strength measured prior to starting use of the WellO2, again after one month of use and then followed up in a further five months to see how respiratory muscle strength has been retained. Initial results are due in December 2020. https://ichgcp.abr.dev.mezhbank.kiev.ua/clinical-trials-registry/NCT04584398
Margaret Hendry School named innovative school2020-11-26T04:28:52Zmargaret-hendry-school-named-innovative-school
St Leonards, NSW - A Taylor-based
school has just been recognised in a prestigious list of the best schools in
Australia.
Margaret Hendry School has been included in The Educator’s sixth annual Innovative Schools report, showcasing the fifty schools making the most profound and exciting impact in K-12
education.
“The Educator
Innovative Schools report seeks to showcase those schools at the forefront of
change and innovation,” says Editor Brett Henebery. “This year, the COVID-19 pandemic forced Australian schools to implement
massive changes to their existing models as face-to-face classes shifted
online. While this no doubt posed enormous challenges across all areas of
teaching, parental engagement and student wellbeing, some schools saw some
unique and exciting opportunities to innovative and improve the way they
deliver teaching and learning, not just in 2020 but well beyond the pandemic.”
Margaret
Hendry School, the first ACT government school built to address the Future of
Education Strategy, empowers children to become autonomous change agents within
their own learning and community. Children are organised in multi-age,
multi-stage learning neighbourhoods (K-2 and Y3-6), with learning needs, not
age, determining content and curriculum.
To view the
full online report and to find out more about Margaret Hendry School, click HERE.
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The Educator is
Australia’s only independent publication for senior education management
professionals. It offers aspirational cover stories and high-level case studies
providing a global and national perspective on education leadership and
management best practice, as well as interviews with the finest minds in education.
The website www.theeducatoronline.com/k12
features daily news, an industry forum and exclusive multimedia content.
The Educator is
published by leading independent media company Key Media. Find out more about
Key Media’s magazines, events and websites at www.keymedia.com.
Studio Pilates Crows Nest gets off to a record breaking start!2020-11-25T06:44:59Zstudio-pilates-crows-nest-gets-off-to-a-record-breaking-start
In only the second week of operation, Studio Pilates Crows Nest is already setting new company records. The studio in Crows Nest, North Sydney, Australia, has achieved the highest attendance figures of any studio globally, and looks likely to easily eclipse 700 visits in only its second week of operation.
Studio Owner Lynn Kraus is over the moon with the enthusiastic welcome she has received from the local community. We grabbed five minutes with Lynn to get her reaction to the launch:
“It’s just so amazing, far better than I could even have hoped!” she said. “Classes have proved so popular that they’re all fully booked out with 8-9 people on the waitlist. I’m having to squeeze extra class times in wherever I can so that I don’t disappoint anyone!”
While she is clearly delighted with the studio’s stellar performance, Lynn is no stranger to success. As a qualified accountant she has had over 25 years experience in global professional services firm EY, and was previously responsible for leading the firm’s Advisory practice across Oceania. We asked Lynn what had prompted her to make the big move to business ownership?
“Having been an advisor to clients both big and small, I decided it was time to put my hand to the wheel. It has been such a rewarding experience on a personal level to see the result of your hard work.”
The boutique health and fitness sector is a far cry from professional services, so what drew her to a Studio Pilates Franchise?
“One year ago to the date of my opening I entered a Studio Pilates location in Sydney. I knew instantly I wanted to explore the opportunity. I was on a three month sabbatical and think I went to the studio almost every day over that period. I loved the look and the feel of the studio and most importantly the consistency that comes through the use of technology. Studio Pilates leverages the tried and tested Pilates techniques in a contemporary format that is truly unique. I just had to be a part of the growth story in New South Wales.”
The Studio Pilates at Crows Nest may have just launched, but no doubt Lynn won’t be resting on her laurels. What next steps is she already planning on her transformative journey and what are her hopes for the future?
I am so excited for where we are at two weeks into our opening. The whole team is focussed on customer care and ensuring we give every client an amazing experience. I have plans for a second studio nearby but also don’t want to get ahead of myself as I am very much focussed on consolidating the learnings from this experience, building an amazing team and most importantly building trust with the local community. Watch this space in 2021!”
The latest openings are part of a continued pattern of growth for Studio Pilates, an Australian success story, which has a strong base in Australia, New Zealand, China and now America. There are more studios in the pipeline for key strategic locations across the globe, with the United States central to the brand’s ambitions.
Studio Pilates International was established in 2002 by Winter and his wife Tanya. The entrepreneurial duo has impressive experience and knowledge behind them - Jade as a former Olympic swimmer, personal trainer and Pilates instructor, and Tanya as a physiotherapist and instructor, turned international Pilates educator. Their credentials place them squarely at the forefront of the Pilates industry.
The Studio Pilates model features intense 40-minute reformer Pilates workouts designed by a team of physiotherapists and exercise scientists. Classes are delivered on multiple digital screens across the workout space, allowing instructors to focus on each client’s technique, and motivating them to get the most out of every move.
“Our unique combination of technology and personalised instruction delivers a truly customised service, and we are thrilled to finally bring this to the US,” says Winter.
Studio Pilates International currently has over 80 studios open or at pre opening stages, across Australia, New Zealand, China and now the US.
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About Studio Pilates International
Studio Pilates International offers unique high intensity, low impact reformer Pilates workouts designed by a team of physiotherapists and exercise scientists. Classes are delivered on multiple digital screens across the workout space, allowing instructors to focus on each client’s technique, to deliver a truly customised service. The brand attracts a passionate following which can be attributed to its unique combination of innovative class delivery, luxe studio space and total body changing results.
web: www.studiopilates.com
Instagram: studio_pilates
Digital Marketing Agency - Traction Marketing is Launched2020-11-25T02:30:15Zdigital-marketing-agency-traction-marketing-is-launched
The Stratigence Digital Marketing practice has continued to grown beyond initial expectations. Given COVID and the needs of kiwi business owners to prosper through digital channels Stratigence has decided to make it official and launch a new digital brand, Traction Marketing. Although Stratigence is not doing anything new here, it puts a face to the name of a dedicated digital team. And hopefully a little more personable too.
The focus remains the same, the company believes that great evidence delivers superb strategy whatever the function. All the traction digital services start with research and and then continue with one or more of the following, website and mobile app design & development, Search engine optimisation, Market research, Google advertising, LinkedIn advertising, Email campaigns and Social media campaigns.
What about Stratigence? There are no major changes. In recent years the brand has grown to encompass a variety of consulting services and with the launch of Traction this will be peered back to the original purpose of making Kiwi companies great with C-Suite consulting. The core of the work here is on Boards and as C-Suite flexible resourcing where Stratigence will step in to help companies in a part-time basis. The nature of this work is strategic whether it is mergers, acquisitions, exits, partnerships, technology, people and digital roadmaps. The companies Stratigence work with tend to have a global outlook and are often in the tech and engineering sector.
Stratigence Consulting
Traction Marketing
IMB Bank Community Foundation announces over $450,000 in new grant funding for NSW and ACT community groups2020-11-17T01:07:57Zimb-bank-community-foundation-announces-over-450-000-in-new-grant-funding-for-nsw-and-act-community-groups
Images and vision available here
17 November 2020 – A surf school for
children living with Autism, mental health support for youth, bushfire recovery
projects, and a trailer to deliver food and support to Canberra’s homeless are
just some of the community projects that will benefit from over $450,000 in
grants donated by IMB
Bank Community Foundation
Now in its 21st year, IMB Bank
Community Foundation is Foundation is proud to have supported nearly 800
community groups and projects across NSW and ACT, with over $10million donated
since 1999.
In 2020, twenty-nine local community
groups and projects across NSW and the ACT will share in over $450,000 to
update services and equipment, and support people in need.
“IMB Bank’s Community Foundation really
embodies the power of communities,” said Robert Ryan, IMB Bank CEO. “In
announcing our 2020 funding recipients, we’re celebrating the people and
organisations who are making a profound difference within their own
neighbourhoods and networks. These people are at the front line – they’re
taking action, rolling their sleeves up, and getting the job done. And in doing
so, they’re making a real difference, and building better futures for others.”
IMB Bank Community Foundation has a
rich and diverse history of community engagement and improvement. Projects have
ranged from the establishment of recycling programs and Men’s Sheds, through to
public walkways, school gardens, youth driver training, mental health first aid
training, equipment for volunteer rescue services and increased security for
victims of domestic violence.
Despite COVID-19 related disruptions,
it was important to IMB Bank that its Community Foundation funding went ahead
in 2020.
“The events of 2020 have highlighted the important
role IMB Bank’s Community Foundation plays at a grassroots level,” said Robert
Ryan, IMB Bank CEO. “Since 1880, IMB’s core philosophy has been to help build
strong, resilient communities. As we all begin to navigate our way forward, IMB
Bank’s commitment to supporting Australian communities as they rebuild and
recover remains as strong as ever. We are proud to provide funding for these
valuable community projects, and truly humbled to play a small part in their
continued growth and success.”
The community groups and projects
funded by IMB Bank Community Foundation in 2020 include:
ACT
Canberra PCYC -
Thanks to the second year of IMB Bank Community Foundation funding, the
Canberra PCYC Youth Street Support Trailer will expand and continue its
vital support of those in need.
The Scullin Community Group – The group’s Events Trailer is a
unique new service which will provide event support materials to small
community groups in and around Belconnen in the ACT.
Marymead Child and Family Centre - Outdoor spaces will be enhanced
with musical resources to support self expression and enhance
communication through music for children and young people living with
disability.
Painting with Parkinsons – The benefits of art therapy
will be extended to people living with Parkinsons in regional centres.
NSW – Sydney and the Sutherland Shire
Autism Swim – The development of an online certification program that can be used by surf schools across
Sydney, and internationally, to increase accessibility for people with
Autism Spectrum Disorder and other abilities.
EducAID – 500 students and teachers
will be trained in Mental Health First Aid across highly populated, and
culturally diverse, areas of South West Sydney.
Marine Rescue NSW (Middle Harbour) – A new infra-red search camera will be
purchased and installed to help save more lives on and around Sydney
Harbour.
St. John Ambulance – A
new and engaging, eLearning Platform will be developed to help primary
school children learn the St. John first aid basics.
Clever Care NOW –
New equipment will be purchased, and upgrades made to current transport
services for the aged, frail and wheelchair bound, enabling them to enjoy
everyday mobility, independence and community engagement.
Parramatta Mission - IMB Bank Community Foundation funding will
help in the training of new Lifeline telephone crisis supporters.
Victor Chang Cardiac Research Institute - Coordinating the largest mobile public
heart health check tour in NSW and the ACT.
NSW - Illawarra
Ocean Live – IMB Bank Community Foundation funding will
enable Smart Signs at Wollongong beaches, alerting beachgoers about risks
such as rips, sandbanks, UV exposure and sharks. Funding will also support
the development of an App for beach safety awareness.
Port Kembla SLSC – A new Surf Rescue Trailer will be designed
and created to enhance safety response.
Fairy Meadow SLSC –
An updated Inflatable Rescue Boat will be purchased for greater beach
safety.
Illawarra Wig Library – New wigs will be
purchased to support
those who have experienced hair loss due to medical conditions or
treatment.
Cows Create Careers - Cows Create Careers is a Strzelecki Lions Club project which is a
hands-on learning experience designed to promote dairy industry careers
and educational pathways to high school students.
Sprouts Shellharbour Early Learning - Facilitating connections between
pre-schoolers and seniors at Warrigal Care and the wider community.
CareSouth -
Establishing a health hub to provide free dental, eye, and hearing care
for disadvantaged families in Berkeley.
Para Meadows School - Funding will enable the purchase of new
equipment to optimise learning experiences for special needs children.
NSW – South Coast
SAGE –
32 free vegetable beds will be provided to those affected by bushfires,
and four new wicking garden beds for the Moruya community garden will
provide more food for people in need at women’s and youth refuges. IMB is
supporting a small but powerful step in the bushfire recovery process for
these communities.
Conjola Park Priority Project - The community will be united and uplifted through the
regeneration of the town’s central communal area.
Coast and Country Community Services - Easier and more convenient online training
for volunteers will be delivered throughout the NSW South Coast.
Marine Rescue NSW (Jervis Bay) – Two new outboard motors will be purchased
for the primary rescue vehicle to tackle all on-water emergencies.
North Shoalhaven Meals on Wheels - Expanding and upgrading of kitchen
facilities and services.
Wolumla Rural Fire Brigade - The grant will enable the purchase of a quick fill pump, which
allows water tankers to quickly refill from large water sources during a
bushfire emergency.
Vinnies Bushfire Relief Fund - Rebuilding areas around the
South Coast impacted by bushfires.
NSW – Southern Highlands
Hill Top Men’s Shed - IMB Bank Community
Foundation has long been a proud supporter of Men’s Shed programs. This
year, funding support will help the Hill Top Men’s Shed purchase woodwork
equipment for their new shed.
NSW - Hunter
Vision Australia -
Old assessment tools will be upgraded to help adults and children facing
vision loss.
The Callaghan District Netball
Association – Facilities will be enhanced to provide a healthy living
program for disadvantaged families, using netball as the core physical
activity.
IMB Bank is one of the longest-standing financial
organisations in NSW and was named one of the World’s Best Banks by Forbes
magazine in 2020. Its Community Foundation program is considered one of the
best of its kind in Australia.
For more information about IMB Bank Community Foundation visit www.imb.com.au/community.
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About IMB Bank
Established in 1880, IMB Bank is one of Australia’s
most enduring financial institutions, helping people achieve their financial
goals for over 140 years. IMB was rated as one of the World’s Best Banks by
Forbes in 2020, thanks to digital innovation, personal service, and customer
satisfaction. IMB Bank offers digital and mobile banking, home loans, personal
loans and deposit products, retail and business banking, and has a growing
branch network through NSW and Melbourne. With total assets over $6.7 billion,
IMB is regulated by APRA and ASIC, is owned by its customers and is one of the
leading mutual banks in NSW.
About the IMB Bank Community Foundation
The IMB Bank Community Foundation was established
in 1999 to support the communities IMB Bank calls home. Since inception, the
Foundation has supported more than 700 community projects with over $10m in
donated funding. The Foundation is proud to support projects which strengthen
local communities through the transfer of skills and knowledge, encouraging and
supporting volunteer input and building lasting community assets.
Sydney Car Removals2020-11-16T06:35:30Zsydney-car-removals
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We are located in Sydney, Australia. We have years of experience in the automobile industry, buying and reselling cars, dismantling & wrecking cars, and recycling cars. Our company is a team of established and trusted mechanics, appraisers, wreckers, recycles, tow truck drivers and customer service representatives that have years of experience in their jobs.
If you are in need of an authorized treatment facility to buy your scrap car then you are in the right place. We have been in the scrap industry for over 20 years and have a wealth of experience in scrapping cars. Depending on the car or vehicle you are disposing and its true value we will move it up for free.
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SCCU announce the successful recipients of their 2020 Community Grants who will receive a share of the tripled investment2020-11-16T00:46:25Zsccu-announce-the-successful-recipients-of-their-2020-community-grants-who-will-receive-a-share-of-the-tripled-investment
Southern Cross Credit Union have today
announced the six successful recipients of this year's Community Grants
program, awarded to families, community groups and small business.
After opening up the program beyond Community Groups, the local Credit Union
received a record-breaking 175 applications and over 5000 community votes,
generating more public interest than ever before. The applications had to
articulate their plans against the 2020 themes of 'taking back momentum'
and 'creating a better future' with 59 finalists proceeding to voting
stage and an extra $10,000 being added by SCCU partner American Express.
Stuart Edwards, CEO of Southern Cross Credit Union commented, "We're
incredibly proud to have been able to increase the investment into the program this
year especially at a time when people really needed it the most, and at the
same time open our support to a broader variety of causes. I would like to
thank everyone who submitted their application and for the tremendous work you
are all doing to support our community and the place we call home."
Stories from the successful recipients will be shared over the next 12 months
and cover everything from green technology and sustainability, to young
leadership and providing for those in need.
The
full list of successful 2020 recipients can views on the SCCU website here:
https://www.sccu.com.au/community/community-grants/
GISA and Natuvion Make it Easier for Customers to Switch to SAP S/4HANA2020-11-13T00:38:52Zgisa-and-natuvion-make-it-easier-for-customers-to-switch-to-sap-s-4hana
GISA and Natuvion are accelerating migrations to SAP’s next generation ERP system, S/4HANA.
The IT service provider, GISA, are combining forces with the transformation specialist, Natuvion, to deliver a more streamlined approach to SAP S/4HANA migrations. The new partnership enables both companies to offer their customers a fast, flexible and highly automated move to SAP S/4HANA or other digital platforms. The cooperation also covers other areas such as SAP HCM or SAP SuccessFactors.
The ALLFIELD approach developed by Natuvion enables companies to flexibly redesign their business processes while retaining historical data. This innovative method is based on the SAP S/4HANA Selective Data Transition approach. Strengthening this partnership further, GISA contributes its high level of expertise in the functional and technological design of S/4 landscapes. This includes the operation and support of SAP S/4HANA customer systems as well as the audit-proof storage of legacy data. Natuvion and GISA’s new alliance results in a package that can completely cover and cater to the customer’s needs.
"Our parent company itelligence already relies on the experience and expertise of Natuvion. We are very pleased to announce that we are now also joining forces," explains GISA CEO Michael Krüger.
"The partnership with GISA is very important for us. It provides our customers with a perfect service portfolio for the surprise- and damage-free digital move," says Patric Dahse, Managing Director of Natuvion GmbH. "And GISA and Natuvion know their strengths - for many years we have been successfully supporting energy suppliers together.”
About GISA
As an IT specialist and certified cloud service provider, GISA offers intelligent IT solutions: from strategy and consulting to development and implementation to the outsourcing of complete business processes and IT infrastructures. GISA is one of the leading IT service providers for the energy industry in Germany. With a perspective of more than five million intelligent metering systems in support, GISA is also the market leader in IT services and certification support for smart meter gateway administrators. The IT service provider employs more than 830 employees at five locations and offices in Germany.
About Natuvion
Natuvion is a digital moving company. They do not transport tables, file cabinets or chairs. Natuvion moves business critical data and processes from one technological platform to another! Typical Natuvion "moving services" include data migration, data transformation, data quality, data integrity, data integration, data protection, data security and data governance. Natuvion's experts are supported in the transformation of data by the DCS software developed in-house. Natuvion is a founding member of the new SAP S/4HANA Selective Data Transition Engagement Community. As INC5000 and FT 1000, the Natuvion Group is one of the fastest growing software and IT consulting companies in Europe.
Afford celebrates NAIDOC Week with traditional dance and culture2020-11-10T19:52:17Zafford-celebrates-naidoc-week-with-traditional-dance-and-cultureAboriginal inspired face painting and a traditional cleansing ceremony. These were just some of the activities that were held at Afford’s Green Valley Day Program to observe NAIDOC Week in 2020. Afford (The Australian Foundation for Disability) is a not-for-profit disability provider that supports individuals to achieve their goals for work, home and life under the NDIS. Supporting individuals of all abilities to participate in meaningful and community minded activities form the basis for program development across Afford disability services. In recognition of indigenous culture during NAIDOC Week (8-15 November), Green Valley Day Program staff organised for representatives of the local indigenous people to visit and reflect on the history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. Green Valley Day Program celebrated NAIDOC Week in July when the activities are traditionally observed. The site was bright with colour, dance, art and music. NAIDOC Week celebrations began at Green Valley with clients having their faces painted with the colours of the Aboriginal flag. Staff and participants then welcomed Jason, from the DHARAWAL people, who talked to the group about Aboriginal culture. Jason asked Afford staff to join him in a cleansing ceremony, as a sign of new beginning for the community. A welcome dance followed with depictions of the kangaroo, emu and eagle. Participants of all abilities joined in the dance and movements. An important part of the welcome ceremony involved placing clay handprints onto a surface to be kept and recognised as a symbol of solidarity. An Afford jacket was chosen as the surface. Handprints adorn the jacket, which is now displayed proudly in a frame at the Green Valley site. Throughout the day, clients were supported to complete Aboriginal inspired dot painting on plywood boomerangs. Afford encourages and understanding and appreciation of communities and cultures. Individuals living with disability are supported to learn more about the world around them and the cultures and history that makes up their local community. Afford is a registered charity and has been operating in Australia for 68 years, providing a range of disability supports to thousands of people every day. As one of Australia’s longest-serving not-for-profit disability organisations, Afford goes above and beyond traditional service offerings to adapt to new operating environments to support individuals achieve their goals for work, home and life under the NDIS. For more information visit www.afford.com.au or call 1300 233 673. ENDS Media Contact: Maria Crema: Crema PR m 0402 239 929 e maria@cremapr.com.au About Afford - www.afford.com.auThe Australian Foundation for Disability is a registered charity providing disability services to thousands of people across Australia. The supports provided by Afford include Shared Living; Overnight Respite; Social and Community Programs; Transition to Work Programs; Transition to Retirement Programs; Carer Support; Disability Employment Services; Supported Employment; Allied Health Support, Support Coordination and Supported Holidays.Afford Remembers: locals with disability handmake red poppies for Remembrance Day2020-11-10T19:47:50Zafford-remembers-locals-with-disability-handmake-red-poppies-for-remembrance-dayRed poppies will adorn Afford Blacktown Day Program’s front garden this Remembrance Day (11 November), with each poppy carefully handcrafted by the many individuals with disability who attend the site. Afford (The Australian Foundation for Disability) is a not-for-profit disability provide that supports individuals living with disability to engage in meaningful activities and learn more about the world around them. In learning about Australia’s history, participants of Afford Blacktown Day Program have created ceramic red poppies during art program for Remembrance Day, to recognise those who have fought and fallen for our country. “We incorporate programs and activities that are meaningful and open discussion about community events and values,” said Karolina Zdrojkowska, Acting Team Leader. “The Remembrance Day poppies art activity was one where we could facilitate a connection to the community. Everyone who made a poppy was very proud of all they had created and happy to share this with the broader community.” The site is lucky enough to have nurtured beautiful, live, red poppies, but the addition of ceramic red poppies will highlight the significance of the 11th of November at their site. During art program, clients were supported to use plaster to form the petals and markings of their poppies. After the plaster was dry, clients used vibrant red paint to decorate their creations. Wire stems were then added to the poppies. Everyone placed their poppies in the front garden. Some even fixed their poppies to the front tree. On Remembrance Day, staff and clients in Afford sites across Australia remember those who suffered and sacrificed their lives during war and conflict to protect others. Afford is a registered charity and has been operating in Australia for 68 years, providing a range of disability supports to thousands of people every day. As one of Australia’s longest-serving not-for-profit disability organisations, Afford goes above and beyond traditional service offerings to adapt to new operating environments to support individuals achieve their goals for work, home and life under the NDIS. For more information visit www.afford.com.au or call 1300 233 673. ENDS Media Contact: Maria Crema: Crema PR m 0402 239 929 e maria@cremapr.com.au About Afford - www.afford.com.auThe Australian Foundation for Disability is a registered charity providing disability services to thousands of people across Australia. The supports provided by Afford include Shared Living; Overnight Respite; Social and Community Programs; Transition to Work Programs; Transition to Retirement Programs; Carer Support; Disability Employment Services; Supported Employment; Allied Health Support, Support Coordination and Supported Holidays.