Newmont Mining Corporation's Tanami Power Project has been completed safely and on schedule. The project, in the west of the Northern Territory, included the installation of two power stations, a 66kV interconnected power line and a 450km natural gas pipeline. The pipeline was built and will be maintained by the Australian Gas Infrastructure Group, while the power stations were constructed and will be operated by Zenith Energy. Capital costs are estimated at approximately $245 million with annual cash lease payments over a 10-year term beginning in 2019.
The successfully completed project is expected to provide the Tanami gold mine a safe and reliable energy source while lowering power costs and carbon emission by 20 per cent. The project is expected to generate net cash savings of $34 per ounce from 2019 to 2023, delivering an internal rate of return of greater than 50 per cent.
"In addition to lowering costs and carbon emissions, the completed Tanami Power Project will pave the way to further extend the life of the operation," says Newmont Mining Corporation CEO Gary Goldberg. "Consistent execution and delivery remain the hallmark of our ability to generate free cash flow and create long-term value for our shareholders and other stakeholders.
Over the last six years, Newmont has successfully built 11 new mines, expansions and projects in Australia, Ghana, Suriname and the USA, on or ahead of schedule and at or below budget.


Earlier this year a Cabernet Shootout was held out West, that unfortunately I couldn't make. Yet, luck was on my side as the Cabernet Grand Challenge was being held again, this time in the Midwest, at BlueStar Wine Bar in Chicago.
I first met with Chris, the owner of BlueStar Wine Bar in Chicago, which features unique Mediterranean Cuisine and has each meal paired to a different wine on their menu. As well, Chris mentioned BlueStar has different themes each night, including Wine Flight Wednesdays, Bring your Neighbor Thursday Nights, and Live Music on Fridays. The venue was a perfect fit for the Cabernet Grand Challenge.
The Cabernet Grand Challenge was held by Tom Zullo of The Chicago Wine Club and Barb Drady of Affairs of the Vine, both great wine enthusiasts who I've done videos with in the past.
The tasting was conducted blind with the bottles covered in tinfoil and each person received 3 different pebbles, women and men got different colors, and at the end of the night you voted for your favorite wine.
There were 30+ Cabernet's and over 130 people in attendace. The winning Cabernet for the women was the McGrail Vineyards 2007 Reserve McGrail Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon, Livermore Valley while the Men's favorite was Martin Ray Winery 2007 Reserve Stags Leap District Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley. Overall, I think this was a very fun, interactive, out of the box tasting that was a big success in Chicago!
Watch WineChannelTV live with the BlueStar owner, and getting some sips of the great tasting!


If you love your game of golf but rarely find the time to practice... this is the item for you. Flush your bogies down the toilet with this Novelty Bathroom Golf Game - an invention so ridiculous and yet once it's in place in your toilet, you'll wonder what you ever did without it! Forget hours in the crapper reading a book or staring at the wall, twiddling thumbs - use the time to polish up your game of golf instead! This Bathroom Golf Game is so easy to set up, simply place the mat with hole around the base of your toilet, pick up the club and start scoring hole-in-ones without even having to stand up! It's time put to good use... this is the perfect gift for the golf-lover or the person who takes way too long in the toilet! It comes with a putting green, two golf balls, a putter, a hole with flag stick and a "Do Not Disturb Sign" for your practice sessions.


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Benjamin Reilly
Professor Benjamin Reilly is a political scientist and academic at the UWA School of Social Sciences whose work focuses on democratisation and electoral reform in ethnically divided societies.
Professor Reilly's interest in the subject developed throughout his PhD research at the Australian National University (ANU), conducting periods of fieldwork in PNG, Fiji and Sir Lanka, and serving with the United Nations in Cambodia for the transitional 1993 election. This led him to undertake other positions working on international democracy assistance with the International Institute for Democracy and Electoral Assistance (IDEA) in Stockholm and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in New York.
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Pandemic democracy
Voting is based on trust between citizens and their government. In an age of social distancing, such faith is tested.

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Prosecutors on the Firing Line: Backlash Against 'Progressives' Grows
By TCR Staff | June 24, 2019
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Liberal support has helped to elect reform prosecutors like Philadelphia's newly elected DA Larry Krasner. Photo by Michael Thielen via Flickr
So-called "progressive" prosecutors around the country are coming under renewed attack from critics who say their policies are encouraging crime.
In Philadelphia, an unusually violent weekend in mid-June triggered another round of finger-pointing at District Attorney Larry Krasner, with assertions that his reform approach is giving violent criminals freer reign.
In Massachussetts, Cape and Islands District Attorney Michael O'Keefe lashed out against what he claimed was a new generation of "social justice" district attorneys, in an op ed in the Boston Globe that observers believed was directed at controversial Suffolk County DA Rachael Rollins.
The criticism is the latest in a long-predicted "backlash" against the wave of reform-minded prosecutors who have taken office in the previous two years, in a burgeoning movement to use the power of prosecutors for meaningful justice reform.
Philadelphia's recent rash of shootings and homicides has triggered what some have called a "blame game" set off by local, state and federal officials against the backdrop of a city rethinking how criminal defendants are charged, prosecuted and sentenced under Krasner, the Philadelphia Inquirer reports.
Violent crime is increasing slightly compared with last year, after it decreased five percent from 2017. Through Thursday, police had logged 154 killings in 2019, an eight percent jump from last year. Shootings climbed six percent, with 631 victims.
U.S. Attorney William McSwain blames Krasner for the uptick, citing policies such as requesting cash bail less often and seeking shorter prison sentences. Police Commissioner Richard Ross questioned whether gun arrests are up because "some of these guys [carrying guns] think they've figured something out, relative to consequences or lack thereof."
Neither McSwain nor Ross offered data proving any specific policy responsible for the epidemic of shootings.
The Inquirer compared 310 gun cases resolved in late 2017 — before Krasner arrived— to 350 cases closed in late 2018. Krasner's office secured a lower percentage of guilty verdicts and saw more cases tossed than the year before. The conviction decline from 61 percent in late 2017 to 50 percent a year later was due mostly to more cases withdrawn by prosecutors or dismissed by a judge.
In 2018, 29 percent of prosecutions did not proceed beyond a preliminary hearing, up from 18 percent a year earlier. Cases tossed often are doomed by problematic evidence, witnesses failing to appear, or a judge believing prosecutors failed to make a sufficient argument to proceed. Krasner spokesperson Jane Roh said, "Any statistical analysis that fails to carefully delineate these causes sheds more heat than light."
Krasner has denied any blame for the gun violence.
The op ed published in the Boston Globe last weekend by Michael O'Keefe did not directly name Suffolk County DA Rachael Rollins, but it left little doubt that it held the new policies introduced by her and other reform DAs responsible for new threats to public safety, WGBH reports.
In his op-ed, O'Keefe wrote that the "idea that we should exempt groups of people from having to obey the law is an insult to them and a destructive form of pandering, because it suggests that these people are lesser beings than those we expect to obey the law."
O'Keefe also wrote: "It's harder to blame, for example, the disintegration of the family, a lack of respect for discipline and education, and the glorification in some communities of a culture that celebrates disrespectful language and misogyny under the guise of art."
Rollins was elected Suffolk County's chief prosecutor seven months ago after presenting a vision that balanced crime control with reducing rates of incarceration, which disproportionately impact young men of color.
She developed a list of 15 low-levels crimes that the DA's office would review on a case-by-case basis and would — generally — be reluctant to prosecute. The roster includes trespassing, shoplifting, larceny under $250, receiving stolen property, and drug possession with intent to distribute. Rollins said in a TV interview in January that her philosophy was that jail should be a last resort.
A furious Rollins criticized the Globe for publishing O'Keefe's essay, noting that it had rejected other op eds by community activists and judges decrying gun violence.
"I'm less disappointed with DA O'Keefe than I am with the Globe." She said.
"Without citing a single statistic or piece of data, they allowed this op-ed to run when we've had community activists and the Charles Hamilton Houston Institute writing about gun violence and the lack of funding — the Globe declined that op-ed," Rollins said.
"We had Judge [Nancy] Gertner, who is a former federal judge, Harvard Law School professor. A professor at Northeastern, Daniel Medwed, they declined that op-ed."
But these skirmishes may just be the beginning.
In San Francisco, outgoing District Attorney George Gascón is weighing a return home to Los Angeles, where he was a police officer in the 1990s, to challenge Jackie Lacey, Los Angeles's incumbent top prosecutor.
Gascon is one of the nation's leading progressive DAs, and Lacey is regarded as a "traditionalist" who has espoused a tough-on-crime approach. If the two square off, some observers say it could set the the stage for the nation's most important district attorney's race, reports the New York Times.
When it comes to criminal justice, the two cities could not be more different.
Los Angeles has the nation's biggest jail system and sends people to state prison at almost four times the rate of San Francisco, even though violent crime has fallen in both cities.
George Gascón via twitter
There has not been a death penalty case in San Francisco in decades, while prosecutors in Los Angeles still seek new capital cases after Gov. Gavin Newsom issued a moratorium on executions.
"This race is a huge opportunity," Anne Irwin of Smart Justice California, an advocacy group, told The Times.
"Los Angeles has the biggest prosecutor's office, and affects more lives, than any other prosecutor's office in the country. Electing a reform-minded prosecutor there will change the criminal justice landscape nationally."
Groups that have successfully supported reform-minded prosecutors pushing to end mass incarceration in places like Philadelphia, Chicago and Texas have focused on Los Angeles because of its size.
At the same time, politicians on the national level have begun to reverse the nation's incarceration boom of the 1980s and 1990s. In Los Angeles County, Lacey has been racking up endorsements for her re-election campaign from the city and region's political establishment, including eight congressional representatives, several state officials, four of the five members of the county board of supervisors, and Mayor Eric Garcetti.
Additional reading: How Larry Krasner is Remaking the Philly DA's office
Jury Foreman: 'Justice Wasn't Served' at Chappaquiddick
Fifty years ago this week, U.S. Sen. Edward Kennedy's sedan plunged into a pond on Chappaquiddick Island in Massachusetts, killing passenger Mary Jo Kopechne. The grand jury foreman says a judge prevented the grand jury from doing its job.


If you are thinking about starting a small or home business there are many things you must consider before embarking on your new venture. A good place to start is our Small & Home Business section. Here you will find a wealth of helpful information which can guide you through the whole start-up phase of your business.
We cover a number of topics, including small business ideas - this is a great place to begin if you're not 100% sure what kind of business would be right for you to start. You can also find information that it's important to know before starting any new business. You'll find information about costs involved, licenses and permits, choosing a name for your business, how to register your business name and more.
Our site also has a lot of other small business advice; you can learn the pitfalls to avoid when starting a new business, and can read helpful hints on writing up business plans regardless of the size of the business, and information about taxes and allowable deductions. You can also learn when it's best to form a Limited Liability Corporation, among other things.
If you're interested in small business internet marketing, our articles can help you learn the best ways to market your small business online. You'll find that the marketing strategies you've learned for traditional media, such as magazines or television, can be different than those needed for the online world. Learn some techniques that will save you both time and money.
When undertaking any new endeavor, it's crucial to do plenty of research to avoid any costly errors. Our goal is to provide you with the information that will help make your new business venture as successful as possible.
Babies grow so quick that you may soon find your closets overloaded with unwanted clothing. Here's how to sell baby clothes for extra cash.
In a world full of experts, you must learn what your antique jewelry is worth so that buyers won't take advantage of you. Read on for selling tips.
If you have inherited some antique chinaware that is not to your modern taste, read on for tips on how to sell your antique cups and saucers.
Even without a license you can open a home business and create income legally.
As a home-based business, you can open a boutique shop as a clothing retailer if you meet these legal requirements.
Cater to all the pet and dog lovers out there by opening your own dog grooming shop, with our pet care business advice.
Follow these steps to meet Texas state regulations and requirements to open a daycare center.
Get away from the nine to five drudge and learn how to make money when traveling with your recreational vehicle or travel trailer.
When you set out to market massage therapy services, you want to consider your local market and the habits of your potential clients.
If you intend to launch or expand your own wedding planner business, there are effective options to market wedding planning services.
Have a lot of old stuff cluttering up your space? Get rid of it and make money at the same time. Here's how to make money on old stuff.
Do you love making gift baskets? You can do what you love and make money! Here's how to make money by selling gift baskets.
Have leftover baby items? You can make extra money for your family if you sell them to others. Here's how to make extra money selling baby items.
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Want to open a coffee shop? Get tips for choosing business locations. Here's how to find a good location for a coffee shop.


If you are anything like me you may be mentally making a pros and cons list. You may also go back and forth about making different decisions. Sometimes decision making comes naturally… like choosing dessert. If you are wondering the answer is and always will be yes.
Choosing a photographer isn't always as quick as my decision for dessert, although some of these tips might be relatable. It takes time, and some research and thought. Sometimes I get too excited and make quick decisions. If you have related to any of the above, you may need a few little tips to help guide you when making this decision.
Do you find yourself enjoying photos that are more true to color, or dark and moody? Do you like open space or maybe downtown? It's important to know what it is you like before beginning a search for a photographer.
Maybe you like a little bit of both. If so, you are in a great spot! You can choose your photographer based on these other options.
This is a tough one for many. How much are you wanting to spend on this experience? Each area has their own average price ranges. You may be asking around for a budget photographer. I would suggest that rather than seeking out a budget photographer you need to know the actual dollar amount you are willing to spend.
Consider this. Experienced photographers will charge more than photographers just starting out. You may be thinking of a specific photographer you would like, much to your dismay, that may be out of your budget. Don't hesitate to reach out and ask them if they offer mini sessions or if they are able to create a custom package to fit your needs.
This one comes down to what you want. Do you need someone to help guide you in making decisions, or do you know exactly what you want?
When reaching out to photographers make sure to tell them what it is that is important to you. This helps find the perfect fit. I know personally I have wonderful photographer friends who I would love to refer you to if I don't think we are the best fit. Ideally it wouldn't come to that, but I want to make sure I can serve each client well.
Set the expectations ahead of time. This allows for the best possible experience.
Location considerations is one of the first questions I ask my potential clients before booking. I want to make sure what they hope for and expect I can make a reality. I do most of my sessions in natural light. With the occasional in home lifestyle sessions.
Often my clients have ideas in mind of scenery they would like but need help deciding. Think of the landscape you would like surrounding you at your session.
While most photographers will wait until after booking to give you location suggestions, you can have a general idea of what it is you desire.
Social media makes this easy. Check out perspective photographers' websites, Instagrams and Facebook. Do you like what you see? Can you see yourself in one of their images?
If so, make sure to reach out to them. It's not uncommon for clients to shop around a little bit before investing. I know I spend a good amount of time in the dessert isle of Trader Joe's before making my choice. Ask my husband.
If you are shopping around, know that each small business owner works hard to pay the bills. Consider being honest with them and if you choose to go another route, kindly let them know. It helps us to better serve our future clients.
I hope this helps point you in the right direction on how to best find the right fit for your needs, and gives you a few tips on how to go about the whole process!


"The world is in constant motion, just as we are in constant motion..."
ACO globally is constantly seeking new ways to create the future of drainage with innovations that "show water its limits" so we can move without them.
ACO recognises the importance of an design in all of its products. Starting with the channel to carry water, up to an aesthetically pleasing grate, ACO's Drain range leads the industry. The innovative range of stylish grate options now presents Freestyle, a unique customer led grate design service.
ACO is sponsoring the 2017 Talk Environment night in Wellington for a second year. The event brings together Engineers, Architects, Planners, Urban Designers, Landscape Architects, Scientists, Surveyors and more. In a relaxed atmosphere with drinks and nibbles, professionals from many disciplines can network and celebrate the environment they create every day.
Held at the Wharewaka in Wellington on the 29th September 2017, the event promises to be fun for everyone. Wellington City Council's chief city planner, David Chick, is the keynotes speaker.
More information can be found at www.talkenvironment.co.nz and tickets may be purchased here.
The Living house is hoping to become the first Living Building Challenge certified house in New Zealand. Joel and Rochelle Payne, who will be living there when the project is complete, are using one of the world's most rigorous performance standards for building and construction – Living Building Challenge.
To meet this standard, certain materials with a negative impact to the environment are prohibited, and are included on the Red List. These cannot be used on the project.
Council required a drainage channel along a new concrete driveway, KlassikDrain KS100 with Ductile Iron Wave grates was chosen for its hydraulic performance, aesthetics and compliance with the Red List.
More information about the project can be found at www.livinghouse.org.nz, and KlassikDrain information is available at www.acodrain.co.nz/klassikdrain.
Autumn has arrived in New Zealand and with it will come chaotic weather, "weather bombs" and most significantly, a lot more rain. To make sure your drains function properly, now is the perfect time to clean them out. Drains pick up everything that flows from the surface: water, silt, leaves and more. Heavy rain and washing of surrounding areas only intensifies this and can lead to both channel and outlet becoming clogged.
If a channel drain becomes blocked the overflow can lead to property damage or safety issues. For example, a blocked channel on a roadway can create a large amount of standing water which inturn can flood across a garage entrance and allow surface water to get inside your building; putting property, possessions and lives at risk.
To stop this happening regular maintenance should be undertaken. Cleaning grates ensures complete capture of surface water. Removing silt and debris from the channel itself ensures drainage will be as efficient as possible and that outlets will flow well. The volume can be surprising: the photo below was all taken from a 5m length across a garage door.
Apart from ACO's 'Developed V' channel profile, ACO's drains also have specific features to assist with maintenance. For example ACO's KlassikDrain and PowerDrain are both equipped with boltless locking grate and ACO Brickslot has specialised removable access units. These features allow for an easy maintanence program essential for effective, year-round, surface water management. To find more information about drain maintenance, visitwww.acodrain.co.nz or get in touch with ACO New Zealand at info@aconz.co.nz.
Local businesses using the footpath for outdoor dining were impacting on pedestrians. Auckland Transport chose to widen the footpath, creating two dining areas along the building edge and kerb, all completed in time for the busy summer season.
The specification for the new footpath included three sections: dining against the building and planted kerb, and a passage for pedestrians. Landscape architects sought to delineate these areas and chose the Type 478Q grate for its versatility, Heelsafe® and Anti-slip properties, and colour contrast to the pavers. Engineers engaged ACO to confirm the hydraulic capacity of the channels. Because of the high volume of pedestrian traffic, no ponding was allowed for the design storm. ACO modelled the channels to outlet locations required by the site plan, showing good hydraulic capacity and reducing the risk of standing water. ACO KlassikDrain K100 sloped channels with Type 478Q Ductile Iron Heelsafe® anti-slip grates were chosen for their design features by engineer and landscape architect.
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Kopupaka Reserve in Auckland's Westgate Development recently scooped the top landscape prize at the World Architecture Festival 2016. Held at the Arena Berlin, the festival is an event for architects and interior design professionals, celebrating global achievements throughout the year. The project integrated a storm water reserve and an urban park, including multi-purpose landscaping.
As well as the storm water for the entire Westgate development, surface water for the new landscaping also had to be dealt with. In locations where capture was the priority, ACO's KlassikDrain K200 with Decorative Grate was the product of choice.
Judges commented that the project showed ''a successful translation of Maori traditions that succeeded in being both poetic and imaginative in its creation of a landscape that captures the soul and nature of the area.'' ACO's Decorative Grate compliments this vision, and the ductile iron weathers to match the iron used extensively throughout the park.
For further information please visit www.acodrain.co.nz/klassikdrain.
ACO Limited was featured in the recent release of the New Zealand Specifiers' Guide. The article looked at the products and solutions ACO offers to combat the uniquely New Zealand challenges faced in surface water and utilities management. ACO ThresholdDrain is a leader in its class, designed to specifically meet the New Zealand E2 building code. ACO Cablemate pits also feature a wide variety of lid and cover options; the "ACC" deep pan shared space cover is born from, and is exclusive to the New Zealand market.
Please click here to download the full guide.
ACO Limited were proud to sponsor the inaugural 'Talk Environment' event, held at "The Boatshed" in Wellington this September. The evening brought together members from the NZILA, NZIA, NZPI, UDF, NZIS and The IPENZ Rivers Group, and provided a platform for discussion about environmental issues relating to their work. It also celebrated the achievements of designers across the Wellington region, with a chance for colleagues to share stories from their individual projects. The event was a great success, with all in attendance enjoying themselves thoroughly.
NZILA and Cardno Wellington invited Dr. Jeffrey Wakefield from Cardno USA to be the keynotes speaker. He gave an insightful presentation on the 2010 Gulf of Mexico oil spill touching on the rapid response, wildlife and ecological impact, and lessons learnt from the process.
ACO were also able to give a short presentation on their environmental approach to stormwater system design and the related products available to meet these challenges already being utilised across the world. Designs encompassing the whole process, from stormwater capture through filtering and retention, to release back into the stormwater system, form ACO's vision of the Future of Drainage.
The event made a small profit, which was donated to the Seton Nossiter Park Working Group. Working with Wellington City Council, as well as local schools and community groups, the aim is to protect and restore the Newlands Park, particularly its original titoki-tawa forest and stream.
Click here to view the full newspaper article.
The 2011 project to redevelop the Auckland Art Gallery sought to refurbish and strengthen the much loved existing building, increase the exhibition space by 75% and create terraces linking the spacious entrance forecourt to the nearby Albert Park.
When designing the link between Albert Park and the striking atrium now acting as the main entrance in the new building, specifiers encountered a problem with surface water drainage. The high tree-like canopies allowed rain into the forecourt and there was overspill from a featured fountain.
To make sure that excess surface water did not enter the building, designers were required to provide adequate drainage. Due to the restricted depth available, the shallow depth SlabDrain H100K was used.
100mm polymer concrete channels were selected along with stainless steel Heelsafe® anti-slip grates to complement other fittings in the building and give a high quality architectural finish.
Please click here to download a .pdf of this story.
Taken from an article on the New Zealand Institute of Architects website.
ACO, global leader and pioneer of the modular polymer concrete trench drain, has launched a comprehensive range of new ACO Drain®systems to deal with modern challenges experienced by today's designers.
Pavements and slabs catering for all types of traffic, in all sorts of weather conditions deliver the most challenging environments for drainage systems.
ACO's new profiled side walls provide high body strength and mechanical keying, making ACO's acclaimed signature Polycrete®Channels, the world's most robust and durable trench drains.
Draining large flat pavements efficiently is also challenging. ACO's new signature Polycrete®Channels are V shaped ensuring maximum liquid velocities even under low rainfall conditions. Each channel is sloped so that runs with continuous fall can be directed to the stormwater outlet.
The result is an efficient, cleaner and clearer drain, ready for peak design storms.
Finally, the cost of injuries in the public domain from falls can be excessive for both victim and client. ACO believes that small slotted grates should also be slip resistant.
Heelsafe®Anti-Slip grates have raised mechanical nodes for slip resistance and are available in a choice of stainless steel, ductile iron and plastic designs. Each grate complies with various user and legislative requirements, including AS 4586 for slip resistance.
Manufactured at ACO's modern manufacturing facility in Sydney, ACO offers a market leading range of trench drain solutions for every application. ACO Drain® systems can be supplied in 50mm, 100mm, 200mm and 300mm internal widths, and are available with a built-in slope for up to 40 metres of continuous slope.
In conjunction with a comprehensive, quality product range, ACO supports its business with technical sales support, and world class customer service.
"Humidity was to be expected, but this is something else."
NY Times noted that "the area in front of one goal appeared to be a bit swampy, but the surface certainly drained better than the city's roads"
Also Yahoo Sports was informing that "While access to the field was restricted, a stadium official reported that the drainage system in place at the system was working effectively and that the field was in good condition. Heavy tarps covered the goal areas on both sides of the field. No standing water was visible."
This is yet another high profile example of why linear drainage is so important on sport fields.
The inventors of precast channel grated trench drains have enlarged their presence in New Zealand. For over twenty years the world acclaimed ACO Drain product has been available through distribution partners. ACO Drain is now available directly from the established company, ACO Limited. The ACO Global Group has invested heavily with creating a local stocking facility and has increased its on the ground sales and customer service support.
Starting in Germany in 1946 ACO has become the world's largest surface drainage company and the world's largest producer of polymer concrete. ACO prides itself on product innovation and continues to develop solutions for the ever challenging environment of surface water management. With the establishment of ACO Limited, the New Zealand market will now be exposed to the much broader range of civil construction, building drainage and water management products. For example ACO brings to New Zealand the largest range of cable jointing pits, lids and access covers under the brands of ACO Cablemate and ACO Access.
Paul Casey the Managing Director of ACO Limited says "we are so excited about the future. We shall continue to service the local market through a national group of distribution partners, and look forward to explaining to the industry the many features and benefits that the broader range of ACO products we bring to New Zealand. We are a company offering a vast array of German engineered products to the New Zealand market. When people think of ACO here in New Zealand, they tend to think of ACO Drain and we continue to have some developments with our ACO Drain product range- but we are more than a surface drainage company, we are a company looking to help, create and find solutions to the challenges faced in the ever changing and challenging areas of civil construction and water management".
ACO Limited has local customer service support available on telephone 0800 448 080 or you can email sales@aconz.co.nz or visit our website www.aconz.co.nz.


Looking north from the "flag" portion of the property.
App. 19 Acres in the East Templeton area with paved road access. Flag lot that has usable land close to the road and then upsloping to the top where there are fantastic views. Could be a good choice for equestrians or other livestock and a great place to build a home. In the Templeton school district and only 4.5 miles to downtown Atascadero.


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12 Of The Best Stories We Published On Music Junkee This Year
It was... a weird year for music, to say the least.
by Gyan Yankovich 23 December 2020
2020 was, to say the very least, an interesting year to be writing about music.
Even in a world where live music became non-existent overnight, in a country where people can plan entire summers around festivals, it's hardly surprising that our favourite music meant more to us than ever before. From artists navigating new ways to release albums, to the songs we turned to on the darkest days of the year, there was so much to listen to, watch, and write about in 2020.
With that in mind, here are some of our favourite Music Junkee stories from 2020.
The 200 Greatest Australian Songs Of All Time, Part One and Part Two
"The resulting list — split into two parts, this being the first — is wildly eclectic. Old favourites and pub classics bump up against neo-jazz explosions and modern queer bops and dancefloor crushers. Some of the artists are veterans of the industry, some are at the very beginning of their careers. But all of them, in their own unique way, occupy one piece of the jigsaw of Australia — its best parts, its worst parts, its people and cultures and landscape and weather and feel." Joseph Earp and Jules LeFevre
The 100 Greatest Metal Albums Of All Time
"Metal is so diverse — so important — that choosing the genre's 100 "greatest" albums is a deliberately self-sabotaging exercise. It would have been easier, after all, to break metal down into its sub-genres: the 100 greatest thrash albums, the 100 greatest doom albums, and so on. Easier still would have been dividing the canon up by country, or by year." –Joseph Earp
The Evolution Of Sufjan Stevens Through 15 Essential Tracks
"Twenty five minute esoteric synth odysseys; banjo odes about entire US states; 120-track Christmas albums; and conceptual works detailing the cosmos. You could never accuse Sufjan Stevens of a lack of ambition." –Jared Richards
The Australian Music Industry's #MeToo Moment Is Here, But Can It Last?
"In the Australian music industry, the impact has been even less. It's not that the stories aren't there — they very clearly are — it's that the tight-knit nature of the local music industry, and the defamation laws in Australia, are hamstringing any attempts to bring perpetrators to justice." –Jules LeFevre
How The Postal Service Accidentally Created The Perfect Pandemic Album
"While 'The District Sleeps Alone Tonight' reflects a lonely feeling of impermanence, 'Recycled Air' captures the claustrophobic feeling of suspended animation in flight. It's not dissimilar to that common feeling in quarantine of being suspended in time — March feels, at once, like five minutes and also five years ago." –Kaitlyn Blythe
The Unexpected Resurgence Of Club Music In A Year Without Dancefloors
"The music never truly stops, of course, but the absence of clubs has left a hole for many music fans. Those who would spend the early hours of their weekends discovering new music in DJ sets have been resigned to Bluetooth speakers and headphones. The communal clubbing experience — with all its euphoria and chaos — has gone into hibernation." –Sam Murphy
The History Of Australian Indie Rock In 30 Essential Tracks
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Kapila was a Vedic sage who lived around the 6th century BCE and is considered a founder of Samkhya, the oldest of the six orthodox schools of Indian philosophy, or darshans. His name comes from the Sanskrit meaning "reddish brown" and is translated as "the red one."
Kapila is considered an incarnation of Vishnu who came to earth to restore spiritual order. He is also known for teaching Bhakti yoga, the spiritual path of liberation or enlightenment.
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In Buddhism, Kapila is known as either the Buddha in a previous life or as a philosopher whose students built the city believed to be the birthplace of Buddha. Like Buddha, Kapila emphasized meditation as a method for removing suffering.
The Bhagavad Gita depicts Kapila as a hermit with highly developed spiritual powers (siddhis). The Samkhya system attributed to him constitutes the philosophical background of the Gita and is closely associated with yoga. Likewise, the Yoga Sutras by Patanjali were deeply influenced by Samkhya.
A dualistic philosophy, Samkhya teaches that the universe consists of purusha (souls) and prakriti (primal matter). Enlightenment is the realization that purusha and prakriti are different.
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About Bangalore
India's very own IT hub, Bangalore, is the centre for the high-tech industry. The city is undoubtedly one of the best places to live in India thanks to the innumerable employment opportunities and development scope. Already known to be one of the biggest cities in India, Bangalore's charm also comes from the crazy nightlife and grand architectural structures. The flight connectivity from Bangalore to the other metro cities in India as well as international locations is top-notch. Although the traffic might be the biggest concerns for residents or even individuals travelling to Bangalore, the city's vibrant spirit continues to attract more and more crowd. Not to mention how pleasant weather further adds more charm to the city.
Bangalore enjoys the most pleasant weather in the whole country. Considering how the city is in the Southern regions of India, which is usually hot in summers, Bangalore doesn't face the pesky heat. Rather it continues to relish a moderate temperature, making it ideal for every season. The summers in the city are between February to May with April and May experiencing peak temperatures. The max the temperatures soar up to is 36 degree Celsius. Luckily though, since the city does not face humidity, it is mostly got and dry during summers.
Monsoons begin early in Bangalore from late May or early June. The city experiences heavy rains, especially between June to August. However, rains bring about a scenic charm to the city as the greenery is amplified.
Winters can get super cold with the temperatures dropping down to 12 degrees Celsius. The peak winter months in Bangalore are from November to January. December is easily the coldest month in the city. In fact, winter mornings can be pretty chilly but romantic at the same time. Interestingly, Bangalore does face erratic weather which could either be a spike or a drop in the temperature. Nevertheless, you can enjoy the city's vibrant atmosphere all-round the year.
Vidhana Soudha and Vikasa Soudha - The two structures are government properties with impeccable modern construction and intriguing architecture. Although the Vidhana Soudha and Vikasa Soudha are separated to handle different legislative avenues of the city, the place brings about a rich charm, making it a must-visit place in the city.
Seshadari Iyer Memorial - The distinctive red sandstone used to construct this building in Cubbon Park easily stands tall as a tourist attraction. It's basically a public library as well as the Bangalore High Court. Aside from the lawful activities that take place, the complex is also given a recreational touch with toy trains and theatres to entertain kids.
Bangalore Palace - Constructed by the illustrious Maharajas of Mysore, the Bangalore Palace has yet again found prominence as a tourist attraction and is open to tourists. The place has had to undergo a string of renovations following which, they have been able to bring forth an eclectic palace with interesting historical artefacts. The location is definitely interesting, especially since it sheds light in the life of Tipu Sultan. Not to mention how the embellished walls and archways further give it a royal feel that would only add to your merriment.
The Bull Temple - Nestled in Basavanagudi is this typical Dravidian-styled temple that is famous for the colossal bull statue. What makes the statue so special is the fact that it has been carved out of a single boulder, making the temple just as legendary as the statue. Every year, local farmers flock over to the temple to offer their prayers and seek blessings for a fruitful harvest.
Maha Bodhi Society Temple - This temple is relatively new in the city and is basically a replica of the historic structure at Bodh Gaya. The Buddhist stupa is famous for its spiritual teachings, training and peaceful ambience. The same can be experienced at this temple too. The temple grounds reverberate a serene tone of comfort while the quaint setting makes for a tranquil experience.
Bannerghatta National Park - A little away from the city centre, the Bannerghatta National Park is the perfect escape you can ask for from the city's excessive traffic. The national park plays home to tigers, bears, elephants, lions and many more wild animals. You can actually sign up for a safari, and the tour guides would take you through the various segments of the national park. The park also comes with a zoo where some beautiful birds, leopards, jackals, etc. reside.
The city of Bangalore is surprisingly filled with a tremendous number of temples and spiritual setting. Aside from the ones mentioned above, there are many more artful temples, churches and structures that will blow your mind. Plus, the national park, zoos, gardens and other such expanses of green spaces would further leave you spellbound.
Adventure sports - Bangalore's young crowd with a thirst for adrenaline rush makes is a prime hub for adventure sports. Right from cruising through the highway roads on a motorcycle to taking up camping and dirt bike riding, there is a massive market for such outdoor activities which you will definitely enjoy. Kayaking, rock climbing, go-karting, even hiking, are all things that you can do when in Bangalore.
Cave exploration - From the city, you can meet up a bunch of fellow cave explorers and head to Savandurga, Anthargange or Siddarabetta. These caves are not too far from the city and definitely worth the wanderlust.
Hiking and trekking - Bangalore is surrounded by some pristine hills with gorgeous waterfalls. You can probably take a day from your trip to spend on trekking up one of the peaks. Nandi Hills is the closest to the city and can easily be completed in a day. Perhaps you can also set camp and enjoy the cool mountain breeze.
Brewery hopping - One of the best things about the city is the plethora of breweries and clubs. Bangalore certainly has a nightlife that can well be on par with that of Mumbai or Delhi. Toit is one of the famous breweries that seems to be expanding its roots from the IT city to other metropolitan cities.
Just head straight to Indira Nagar and go exploring! Delve into the hip vibe of Indira Nagar as the street with its impeccable dining and dynamic nightlife serenades you. All you've got to do is just walk up 100 Feet Road and let the fancy pubs and food hubs entice you with their popularity. Some important names to know though, Arbor, Toit, Windmills, Brewklyn Brewery, while you're in Bangalore.
How to reach Bangalore (Transportation)
One of the major challenges of Bangalore is the transportation. More like, the excessive traffic that makes travelling to the city and within the city a tad bit difficult. By air, you can reach Kempegowda International Airport, which is located in Devanahalli. The airport is 40 km away from the central city (MG Road); however, due to their terrible traffic, reaching the city from the airport gets challenging. The airport has close to 10 domestic airlines and about 21 international airlines with flights coming in and leaving the city. This has enabled Bangalore's flight connectivity ideal with the rest of the cities in India and the world. Bangalore covers close to 50 destinations, within India as well as internationally. Further, the airport also serves as a focus city for three major domestic airlines, namely, SpiceJet, GoAir and IndiGo.
From the airport, there are numerous ways of transport options that one can choose from. There are regular government-affiliated bus services as well as AC Volvo buses to the city. Plus, cab services De also prevalent, so travelling to the city is not an issue.
There are two central railway terminals in Bangalore namely Bangalore City Railway Station and Yeshwantpur Junction. The two railway stations are well-connected with the rest of the country's major cities. Although the travel time by train is a little more as compared to flights, the railway is usually the last resort considered by people. A traveller from Mumbai will spend 24 hours on the train to reach Bangalore whereas if the individual will spend only 18-20 hours if travelling from a bus. You must find out which railway station would be ideal for your trip and accordingly book your tickets to Bangalore on the Indian Railways' website. You can also make your bookings on other platforms or visit the railway station to purchase it from the counter.
Travelling to Bangalore by road might actually be a fun trip. You can either get your own vehicle out to drive down to the city, or you can opt for public transport such as private or public buses. Cities like Mumbai, Chennai, Hyderabad, Mangalore, Madurai, Coimbatore, Madgaon have sleeper buses available that could take less of your travel time as opposed to trains. The last stop is the Kempegowda Bus Station, popularly known as KSRTC or Majestic Bus Stand. The vast bus stand has intercity buses as well as transport facilities for interstate travel.
About Bangalore Airport
The Bangalore Airport, popularly known as the Kempegowda International Airport, is the international airport that serves the city of Bangalore, which is the capital of the state of Karnataka. It has completely replaced the HAL airport which previously served the city of Bangalore. The airport is spread across 4,000 acres and is about 40 km from the Bangalore city centre. In fact, it is close to the Devanahalli village. The airport has been christened after the person who founded the city of Bangalore, Kempe Gowda I. The Kempegowda International Airport is the country's first fully solar-powered airport, which is serviced by CleanMax Solar. The Bangalore Airport is known to be the third busiest airport in India, with respect to passenger traffic. It stands behind Delhi and Mumbai in the race. The Kempegowda International Airport is also the 29th busiest airport, as recorded by Asia. The airport has recorded to accommodate approximately 33 million passengers. There are two runways and a passenger terminal that the Bangalore Airport harbours. The domestic and international services and operations take place at T1 while T2 (second terminal) is in the works for expansion.
About Bangalore Airport Terminals
The airport has an integrated terminal which connects both domestic and international passenger operations. The single integrated terminal can accommodate 20 million passengers on a yearly basis. While the check-in counters and baggage claims are on the ground level, the departure gates are all located on the first level. The gates have been segregated in such a way that one side of the segment is dedicated to domestic departures while the other side is reserved for international departures. The gates 41 and 42 accommodate to serve the world's largest passenger aircraft, the Airbus A380. The ground level also has Plaza Premium Lounge and VIP rooms available. The airport also has facilities of a day hotel, in case there are flights or layovers that will take more than 10 hours. Currently, the airport is undergoing expansions for the second phase. They are working to build Terminal 2. The project has been undertaken by a renowned architectural firm, Skidmore, Owings & Merrill. The construction of the second phase is being undertaken by Larsen & Toubro. The plan is to extend the airport's capacity to accommodate an additional 20 million passengers in a year.
The Bangalore Airport is owned and operated by Bengaluru International Airport Limited (BIAL), which is a public limited company. BIAL has been granted permission to operate the airport for 30 years by the Government of India. The airport does have the option to work for 30 additional years depending on whether the venture wishes to take it forward. The consortium is co-owned by private and public ventures where the Karnataka State Industrial Investment and Development Corporation (government entity) owns 13 per cent. At the same time, the Airports Authority of India has 13 per cent. Meanwhile, the 74 per cent is taken over by private entities, Fairfax Financial holding 54 per cent and Siemens Projects Ventures with 20 per cent.
Facilities at the Bangalore Airport
WiFi services: The Bangalore airport has good WiFi connectivity, which you can avail from all terminals. The WiFi service is available for 45 minutes, and the procedure to acquire it is quite simple too. There are paid WiFis as well, which you can avail at the airport.
Sleeping lounge: The good thing about the Bangalore airport is how it has a special sleeping lounge. The airport has made sleep pods available which is located close to the arrival check-in hall. If you have flight delays or a lot of time to kill before boarding, you can head to the sleeping lounge and take a power nap. The information desk can guide you to the pods.
Multi-faith rooms: The airport also provisions multi-faith rooms for prayers. You can ask the information desk to direct you to the prayer rooms. They have been strategically located within the terminals to make connectivity easy for passengers.
Smoking zone: There are a few smoking zones in the airport. To keep the terminals smoke-free, the airport has reserved some rooms for smoking. You can also find shops selling cigarette boxes.
Buggy services: The airport has special buggy services to traverse within the terminals. The buggy services are usually for senior citizens, passengers with mobility issues, expectant mothers and more. You might even get to receive some complimentary buggy service which you can find at the departure gates and security check area.
Baby care rooms: For people travelling with children and infants, there are baby care rooms also available. For women who need to tend to their baby's needs and require some privacy for the same, you can visit the child care centre. The place has been maintained perfectly. Not to mention, the services also include a changing table and products to help with infants.
Wheelchair assistance: Aside from buggy services, you can also find wheelchair assistance. These can be found at the gates of all the terminals. A dedicated drop-off zone is also available at specific points in the departure and arrival gates.
Restaurants and cafes: Bangalore airport has many food establishments and joints. From the famous ones such as KFC, Burger King, Subway, Domino's, McDonald's to local restaurants with impeccable food, you can find them at the airport.
Local connectivity: If you are a passenger of foreign descent, you can get hold of local SIM cards and burner phones. The positive of getting hold of a temporary Indian SIM is that you can avail the WiFi services at the airport too. Plus, it would be easy to connect with the required contacts outside of the city as well.
Baggage Services: The airport offers baggage services too ranging from trolleys, luggage porter services and baggage wrapping services. Basically, you wouldn't have to worry about your luggage at Bangalore airport.
VIP lounge: Bangalore airport has reservations for VIP lounges and upscale lounge services. VIP lounges are usually reserved for passengers who have a specific premium membership with airlines. You can get access to some of the other upscale lounge and areas where one can wait and relax. The services in these places are quite top-notch, and the experience is mostly extravagant. VIP rooms and a Plaza Premium lounge is available at the airport. It is reserved for premium travellers with first-class and business class flight tickets.
Top airlines flying from the Bangalore Airport
After New Delhi and Mumbai, Bangalore's Kempegowda airport is the third busiest airport in India, in terms of passenger traffic. Over the year, the airport actually witnesses over 33 million passengers, which explains why the demand is so high. Not to mention how the aircraft movement is close to 658, with domestic and international airlines flying in and out of the city. The airport is divided into two terminals and has domestic and international airlines operating from the airport. The Bangalore airport serves as a pivotal space for domestic airlines such as AirAsia India, Alliance Air and IndiGo operating from the city. The airport also witnesses strong connectivity with airlines such as Air India and SpiceJet, flying in and out of the city. It is their focus city. Cities such as Agatti Island, Gulbarga, Bagdogra, Port Blair, to name a few, have direct flights flying from the Bangalore airport with dedicated airlines. The top domestic airlines operating from the city are Air India, Air Asia, GoAir, IndiGo, SpiceJet, Star Air, TruJet and Vistara.
The city also favours as a hub to various international airlines. There are many airlines that fly in and out of Bangalore airport. The international airlines such as Air Arabia, Air France, Air India Express, Air Mauritius, British Airways, Cathay Dragon, Emirates, Ethiopian Airways, Etihad Airways, Gulf Air, KLM Royal Dutch Airlines, Kuwait Airways, Lufthansa, Malaysia Airlines, Malindo Air, Oman Air, Qatar Airways, Royal Nepal Airlines, Saudia, Silkair, Singapore Airlines, Srilankan Airlines, Air Asia Thai and Thai Airways, operate from the Kempegowda International Airport.
How to reach the Bangalore Airport
Kempegowda International Airport lacks a connection with the main city as it is approximately 40 km away from the city centre. In fact, due to immense traffic on the road, it is quite challenging to reach the airport from the city. Hence, it is essential to book a vehicle or use some of the domestic modes of transport to reach the city. Currently, the road is the only way to reach the Bangalore airport. The government had planned to bring forth a link between the city and the airport with metro stations. Called Namma Metro, the link was supposed to cut down the travel time tremendously and avoid the road traffic. However, the project never took off and was eventually scrapped.
To reach the Bangalore airport, the city's National Highway 44 is the route to pick. A few years ago, a six-lane flyover was built, which enhanced the connectivity and reduced the travel time too. The Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation (KSRTC), as well as the Bangalore Metropolitan Transport Corporation (BMTC), have reserved buses operating from the city to reach the Kempegowda International airport.


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Rackspace Appoints Rick Jackson as Chief Marketing Officer
Former VMware Executive Selected by Rackspace to Lead Global Marketing
SAN ANTONIO - July 8, 2013 - Rackspace® Hosting (NYSE: RAX), the open cloud company, today announced that IT industry veteran Rick Jackson has joined the company as Chief Marketing Officer (CMO). Jackson will lead Rackspace's global marketing strategy and execution as the company works to strengthen its leadership position around hybrid cloud.
Jackson officially joined Rackspace on July 1 and today brings with him over 25 years of IT industry experience. Most recently, Jackson served as CMO at VMware, where he was responsible for leading the company's global marketing strategy since early 2009.
Prior to joining VMware, Jackson has held chief marketing roles at Borland Software and San Jose-based BEA Systems. Jackson brings a valuable combination of SMB and enterprise marketing skills to Rackspace including his extensive knowledge of cloud computing, infrastructure software, application middleware and developer frameworks.
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"It's becoming increasingly clear that a hybrid cloud approach will lead architectural plans for the future of IT. While so many companies are offering up a one-size-fits-all approach, Rackspace is uniquely positioned to offer customers specific solutions that optimize their business objectives," said Jackson. "It's a great honor to join a company so focused on its customers' successes, combining technology leadership with Fanatical Support."
"We are thrilled to have Rick Jackson join the leadership team at Rackspace, given his background in cloud computing and personal understanding of the incredible potential of hybrid cloud," said Rackspace President Lew Moorman. "As we continue to leverage our heritage in OpenStack and capitalize upon our strong leadership position within the hybrid cloud marketplace, it is crucial that we continue to build our brand and reputation worldwide at a faster rate than ever. So we're thrilled to have such a highly experienced and talented visionary on board to lead our global marketing efforts."
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Rackspace® (NYSE: RAX) is the open cloud company and founder of OpenStack, the standard open-source operating system for cloud computing. Headquartered in San Antonio, Rackspace delivers its renowned Fanatical Support® to more than 200,000 business customers, from data centers on four continents. Rackspace is a leading provider of hybrid clouds, which enable businesses to run their workloads where they run most effectively — whether on the public cloud, a private cloud, dedicated servers, or a combination of these platforms. Rackspace has been recognized by Bloomberg BusinessWeek as a Top 100 Performing Technology Company, and is featured on Fortune's list of 100 Best Companies to Work For. For more information, visit www.rackspace.com.
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The government should allow local host rentals (LHRs) to thrive, as they are an important contributor to the fast-growing sharing economy that benefits all involved parties, online travel agency Agoda said last week.
Revenue generated by the sharing economy — transactions done on online marketplaces — is expected to more than double to US$40.2 billion by 2022, with LHRs being the key growth driver, the Singapore-based agency said in a report.
LHRs, also known as vacation rentals or short-term rentals, are growing and bringing substantial economic benefits to local economies, from increasing household incomes to providing earning potential to a more diverse population, it said.
Like the sharing economy, LHRs have transformed how businesses affect communities, it said.
When properly supported and managed, LHRs fill vacant or underutilized housing, create jobs, enhance cross-cultural understanding, and are a meaningful source of business and tax revenue for the communities that host them, it said.
"If municipalities allow local host rentals to grow, then guests, hosts, workers, local businesses and communities all benefit... To pretend that LHRs do not exist or to stand against the tide may temporarily, but not indefinitely, delay the impact of this change," it added.
Lower prices offered by LHRs encourage longer stays and allow travelers to spend money on things other than lodging, Agoda said, adding that guests in short-term rentals in Montreal stay 50 percent longer than guests in hotels.
The availability of LHRs allowed US travelers to extend their length of stay by 27 percent, it said, citing vacation rental marketplace HomeAway.
LHRs not only benefit hosts and travelers, but also contribute substantial tax revenue to communities, it said.
They also boost economic growth, it said, adding that the approximately 8 million vacant homes in Japan could be used to help ease the accommodation burden ahead of next year's Olympic Games.
LHRs provide much-needed alternatives to traditional hotels, which cannot meet demand linked to popular events, it said.
Regulators need to design solutions that address real problems without stifling growth that offers long-term rewards to travelers, hosts and communities, Agoda said.
In addition, LHRs help support the ecosystem of related employment, as one job is created for every 30 new tourists to a destination, it added, citing the World Economic Forum.
LHRs have inspired other platforms that boost connectedness and creating opportunities for a diverse range of people, it said.
"Smart regulators will create policies that embrace change while looking out for the interests of all parties," Agoda said, adding that many companies provide products and services to meet the needs of this growing industry.
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Dianna Corcoran
Annette Gibbons 18th April 2016 0 comments 1303 view
Dianna Corcoran Talks Life On The Road & Authenticity
New South Wales native Dianna Corcoran already had an established country music career in her home of Australia, before she set out for Nashville five years ago. In that time she has driven many, many miles across most of the United States, playing shows both little and large, and in January of this year she finally released her first American studio album (her fifth in total), appropriately titled 'In America'. We recently had the chance to chat with Dianna in her adopted hometown of Nashville, about her life on the road and splitting time between the States and Australia.
Last time I spoke to you I think you were just going back to Australia for Christmas?
I was and I spent five weeks there, so… because everything kind of shuts down in Nashville, I just went, "You know what, bugger it, I'm going home." going to get as much sun as I can before I have to hit winter again, so I'm loaded up on vitamin D.
So do you just have a good old vacation when you're at home, or are you still working/writing?
You know what, I'm always writing; I constantly have something going through my head. I'm writing when I'm in the car, it's kind of consuming. If you're a true songwriter it can be very consuming. So there is not much – I can never really switch off 100%, so I was working, but I didn't have to do shows and I was actually happy about that. I do like to perform and stay current in my music, but I felt like I [needed] the break. I drove 46,000 miles last year on my own; I just needed a break.
There are so many ways to get around, you can fly everywhere and that. You choose to drive yourself around?
I do. We've got to make the budget stretch and I also don't want to skip the little towns in between that everybody skips.
So do you camp, go to motels? How do you…?
I camp yes. I pop a little tent up. Most of the time, it's started to get cold so you know – I would still camp in the cold, but you [sic] got to take care of the boys unfortunately. So we do have to pamper ourselves just slightly, even if it is just a cheap motel on the tight side of town.
So did you literally just think one day, "Right, I'm just going to drive around"?
(laughs) Yes, pretty much. The record label put the budget down, and you know they don't have the budgets they used to have in music anymore. So I just said "You know what, if I want this to be equivalent to how it used to be, I'm going to have to cut some corners," so that's how I did it. And I also just wanted to do things organically and meet America, and meet the people over here and really get down to the nitty gritty, because lots of people don't do that. And I don't care if it takes me the rest of my life; I'm going to meet all 350 million people in the country.
Whether they like it or not!
Exactly. "I don't like country music!" "Too bad."
So your album is called 'In America'.
It is, I couldn't think of anything better.
What's the next one going to be, 'Camping In America'?
Yeah, 'Camping Through America', exactly. How not to camp around America.
So what are your shows like? If we come along to one of your shows, what experience do you want us to have?
You know what, my shows are so diverse. There are shows where it's just me on guitar, nothing else, and it's just me telling my stories and singing my songs and there is [sic] absolutely no bells or whistles. Then there's [sic] full band shows that are a completely different dynamic; it's almost like I have a split personality. But to be honest the most important thing for me is that my authentic songs and storytelling come across; I want people to feel the stories of the songs. I want them to relate to it and I want them to get to know me. I have no interest in putting on a show that is fake, like none whatsoever. It is what it is with me. If I had to fake my way through life which I – well I'd be dead. It's not who I am; some people can and there's actually nothing wrong with that. There are some people who switch and go into a personality that is the performer, and I actually have great admiration for that, because that's another skill on its own. I know lots of those people who there's like a flip side to them, but for me you will very much see 'me' regardless of what kind of concert it is. And I won't be covering anything up.
I think it's refreshing because listening to your music and it feels like – I feel like I know you, and I know that's really weird.
Well, can I just say that means the absolute world to me, because that is the point. So even if you get to the end of it and not like it, and maybe not like me, I would rather you not like me than you know, love somebody who doesn't actually exist.
So what's happening for you now at the moment, the next few months? What's going on?
The miles are going to be the same so it's going to – I'm pretty much going to answer that question the same every year. I'm going to be hitting the road. Follow me on social media and all that good stuff because everything is constantly changing and evolving, but I have an amazing time out there on the road, and do all sorts of strange shows in the middle of nowhere, visiting radio stations, so I'm just going to jump in that car and be doing the same thing and it's exciting. Not a single day is the same as the last.
What do your family think about you [doing that]?
Well you know what, since I was a young age I've just been like that. I can't sit still and if I do go home and go, "I want a break, I just need a break I'm exhausted," I go home and two days later I'm like, "This is boring, I'm going." I'm a bit of a gypsy at heart and I need to be constantly evolving and changing.
So where is home for you now?
Well my home home will always be Australia of course, but my second home is definitely here in Nashville. I live here in Nashville, I've been here for five years and I love it. I have a gorgeous little house and it's a cute down to earth little lifestyle. And a cat.
And what do you drive all these miles in?
Well actually I have a micro car, which I call the little silver clown car. It's like Toyota's version, in [the] UK it's a Toyota IQ. There are also Aston Martin's signet, you might remember those coming out. So it's the same car. Anyway it's tiny, it's a micro car.
You don't have much room for luggage.
No, but it's amazing. Well, you'd be surprised at what goes in that thing. It's Toyota's answer to the smart car but it's got luggage space, so that was the smart thing that they did. It's very funny, I take pictures of it next to trucks. Like it's almost like it's my kid, because I travel around and then I just go – we'll just put you in front of that truck and take a picture because it's funny, because it's as big as their wheel, you know.
So have you got a single out at the moment?
I do. 'God Did Good' is the first single and it's going great guns. It's still moving up the charts quite quickly, so we're not going to give up on that one until we see where it can go in its full potential.
That must be quite exciting seeing that.
Absolutely. Just having anything out in the States, you know, it's tough to go the whole hog here if you don't have money.
Have you got a following in Australia, like a country music following there? Did you used to play when you were back home?
I did. I actually had a substantial career before I came here, and kicked a lot of goals before I got to America. So I have a great following and that's been really helpful because they support me while I'm over here. Some of them are like, "Why did you have to go over there?" and complain, but the majority are very supportive and they support me from afar.
Which is really cool. So social media must be quite a big thing for you then?
It is, 100%. I think social media is really good, because you do get to speak to fans in general. We didn't have that attachment unless we did a live show somewhere, so if you want to talk to someone in the middle of nowhere up the northern end of the United States, you can now.
Have you got videos out for your songs?
I do. They are all over the place. 'God Did Good' has been released and you can Google the hell out of that.
Do you enjoy doing videos? Is that another side?
No, I don't. I know I could just lie and say "I love it". I like the end result, but on the day I'm like, "Oh my gosh," I am not good in front. I am naturally confident in front of a camera, but it's not an enjoyable part for me. I think I've gotten very good at being in front of cameras for the sake of getting it done. I remember my first photo shoot took a little while, and it came back and I wasn't really happy with the photos. And I'm like, "This is kind of like my fault because I don't pose, I'm shy," all of this sort of stuff so I decided to come out of my shell, and the next time I went in for a photo shoot that thing was going to be done in forty minutes. I pulled it out of the bag and I've learnt to do that now, so things get done quickly because I can't wait for the video camera to face away from me.
It is just so refreshing to talk to you.
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