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<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss version="2.0" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:sy="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/syndication/" > <channel> <title>RSS This Happy Place</title> <link>https://www.thishappyplaceblog.com/</link> <description>This Happy Place</description> <lastBuildDate>Thu, 18 Apr 2024 12:51:23 +0200</lastBuildDate> <language>en</language> <sy:updatePeriod>daily</sy:updatePeriod> <sy:updateFrequency>1</sy:updateFrequency> <item> <title>What is Groundnut oil in Australia?</title> <description>The perfect roast potatoes? Photograph: Tim Hill/Alamy Last night an on-screen Jamie Oliver went to some lengths testing three types of roast spud. Our verdict? Lightweight! Here, our own Vicky Frost tests three varieties of spud ...</description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<img src="/img/are_you_cooking_with_the_right.jpg" alt="Are you cooking with the right oil?" align="left" /><p>The perfect roast potatoes? Photograph: Tim Hill/Alamy Last night an on-screen Jamie Oliver went to some lengths testing three types of roast spud. Our verdict? Lightweight! Here, our own Vicky Frost tests three varieties of spud with four sworn-by recipes from celebrity chefs. That's 12 lots of potatoes eaten selflessly, all for you. You may find the results surprising ... Mmmm potatoes. How I love you. With your starchy allure, earthy goodness and practical versatility, you are the perfect winter comfort food - more so when you come encased in a crunchy, golden shell with a fluffy middle still steaming from the oven. That is how I would have started this blog a week ago. Today my love is waning a little. They have been golden. They have been crispy. They have been fluffy and steaming. But they have also come in 12 different varieties - and that is a lot of roast potato even for a woman who has spent the last two months cooking on a camping stove dreaming of the moment her new cooker would arrive. So why the 12 attempts? Partly because it's only when you are without an oven that you realise how beyond delicious a proper roast dinner is. And partly because no Christmas table is complete with a piping hot pile of roasties - and we decided it was time to find out which combination of potato variety and method would give you the perfect results without the discussion descending into a "Mine are best!" "No mine!" shouting match. A new cooker, three types of potato and four celebrity chef recipes later, I - in fact we, given my boyfriend A's understandable enthusiasm for the potato project - have some findings to present. So here's what we tested. We chose Desiree, King Edwards and Maris Piper potatoes as staple, widely-available varieties likely to turn up in your supermarket / veg box / local shop. Our perfect roast potato recipes came courtesy of Delia, Nigella, Heston and Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall - principally because their methods all differ in terms of oven temperature, boiling time, edge fluffing, and fat. All potatoes were all cooked on the same shelf, in the same tray, in what seems to be a fairly even oven. Recipes were pretty much followed to the letter save two omissions from Heston's recipe: I didn't add his suggested garlic and rosemary, given that none of the other potatoes has the benefits of herbage; and I didn't boil the reserved potato peel in muslin as I didn't have any to hand - I just chucked it in with the spuds to cook. Click on the chef's names below to see their full recipe. The potato project - Nigella. Photograph: Vicky Frost Oven: high as it will go Fat: goose fat Parboil: from cold, then boil for four minutes Fluff: a strong shake Special trick: sprinkle semolina over pots prior to putting them into the fat for extra crunch Results Faff factor Not bad, although if you have anything else in your oven at the same time as your potatoes, you'll need to watch it doesn't get too hot. The semolina seemed a bit unnecessary - these crisp up well enough in the goosefat to not need extra crunch, and a couple of extra minutes boiling would have given more texture on the outside. Potato factor Lovely appearance: a deeper, more inviting gold than others. The crispiest potatoes of the four recipes, but not our favourite for taste. They are also quite heavy. If you've got roasted meat, stuffing, etc it might feel like an indulgence too far - and beyond the goose fat, you have to search for the potato flavour. Variety factor Desiree: Fluffy but still firm. Good and crisp. Flavour works well with goose fat King Edward: Super crispy with a good light interior. But taste is more goose than potato. Maris Piper: More hard than crispy, and very heavy inside. Tastes like a chip. Verdict A bit heavy inside and don't fluff quite as well as they should outside. Best recipe for King Edwards, good results with Desiree, but not great for Maris Pipers. A bit too rich for us. The potato project - Delia. Clockwise from top left: Desiree, King Edwards, Maris Piper. Photograph: Vicky Frost Oven: 220°C Fat: dripping or lard (I'd just roasted a chicken so they went in that roasting tray with a bit of lard added.) Parboil: into boiling water for 10 minutes Fluff: a strong shake Special tip: use a skewer to check the outsides are cooked enough to fluff. (Delia really does love skewers). Faff factor The least faffy of the four, as you might expect. Delia has you put the oven tray of hot fat onto the heat as you baste the potatoes, which seals them well. (Everyone else might already do this, but I haven't before. I think it makes a difference). She says this means you don't need to turn them. I would recommend ignoring that and giving them a shake halfway through Potato factor Good potatoes, but we found them a little less golden than might be desired, and a bit greasier than the ideal roastie. But in terms of fluffy outsides and in: 10 minutes parboiling might be optimum before shaking – fluffy enough so they pick up all the fat (see Nigella), but not so they fall apart (Heston)</p>]]></content:encoded> <category><![CDATA[Activities]]></category> <link>https://www.thishappyplaceblog.com/Activities/what-is-groundnut-oil-in-australia</link> <guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.thishappyplaceblog.com/Activities/what-is-groundnut-oil-in-australia</guid> <pubDate>Thu, 18 Apr 2024 08:51:00 +0000</pubDate> </item> <item> <title>Australia Hotel Sydney History</title> <description>Australia Hotel architect No info available. location Castlereagh Street at Martin Place, Sydney date 1889-1971 style , with later make-over construction The hotel had a large entrance onto the street in polished granite, the ...</description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<img src="/img/terraced_buildingsnow_mostly_demolishedlooking_towards_the.jpg" alt="Terraced buildings,now mostly demolished,looking towards the Royal" align="left" /><p>Australia Hotel architect No info available. location Castlereagh Street at Martin Place, Sydney date 1889-1971 style , with later make-over construction The hotel had a large entrance onto the street in polished granite, the stairs grey, the doric columns red. The squared columns in the entrance foyer were imported Italian marble, and the magnificent neo-classical staircase which led from the main foyer to the first floor was completely in Carrara marble in several colours. From that floor to the 10th a massive carved and highly polished mahogany Victorian grand staircase led to their rooms those guests, who, in the early days of lifts, still preferred to walk. type The Australia Hotel in Castlereagh Street, Sydney, was until its closure on June 30, 1971, the premier hotel in Sydney, describing itself as "The Hotel of the Commonwealth". Above- Original Victorian facade Above- view circa 1900 showing how the GPO and the Australia Hotel dominate the skyline. A patron stands on the marble steps of the doomed Hotel Australia. The closure notice is pasted on a column, and, left, revised art deco facade c. 1930. Glamorous hotel in Castlereagh Street built in 1891 which was extended in the 1920s with an Art Deco entrance from Martin Place. It was demolished in 1971 and is now the site of the MLC Centre. Combining an ornate nineteenth-century facade in Castlereagh Street, with an Art Deco fantasy of black marble and silver in Martin Place, the Hotel Australia was one of Sydney's most elegant until its demolition in 1972, when the MLC Centre was built. Above- the site in 1930 and 2014. The Hotel Australia and the Commercial Travellers Club would both have fit into the forecourt of the MLC Centre (not quite Harry's style though!). Above- two images of the corner of Castlereagh and Martin Place, showing the Commercial Travellers Club in front of the Hotel Australia. Above- famous guests. Above- the view from the roof. Situated in one of Sydney's important thoroughfares in the heart of the city, the hotel's foundation stone was laid by Sir Henry Parkes in 1889, and the opening of the new establishment was performed by Sarah Bernhardt, whose name was first in the new hotel register, subsequently displayed in a glass showcase in the main foyer.The first floor contained a pillared corridor with various reception rooms, in addition to the Winter Garden - "famous for its morning and afternoon teas, light luncheons, and theatre suppers", and the Moorish Lounge, leading to the huge dining room - the Emerald Room, with its highly decorated ceiling some 20 feet above the guests, Italian chandeliers, and a dias at the west end containing a white marble operating fountain and other statues, engulfed in palm court style shrubbery.The hotel boasted international standards of comfort and service. Robert Helpman had a suite permanently reserved should he need it; one lady stayed there for 31 years. Apart from the accommodation for guests, rooms were also provided in the Rowe Street wing for their servants, including the children's nurses, who had their own dining room with their charges.In 1910 the ‘Australasian Wireless Company’ obtains a licence from the PMG to run telegraphy tests with ships at sea on 27 August. It was permitted to handle commercial traffic in 1911 – the first in Australia. It was located at the 6th floor of ‘The Hotel Australia’.In the 1920s an extension was constructed to the north of the main hotel which fronted on to the city's historic Martin Place. A highlight of this block was its circular art deco black glass staircase.The hotel remained an oasis for those who scorned modernity and sought the more refined atmosphere of the classic European hotels.In 1968 the Hotel Australia was purchased by the huge MLC Insurance and Finance group who, with mounting concern, announced their intention of refurbishing and maintaining one of the city's landmarks. However the following year they announced its impending closure and later demolished it in almost record time, to erect a modern $20 million dollars 35 storey office block/skyscraper in its place, the MLC Centre. (MLC was purchased in 2000 by the National Australia Bank).The Royal Australian Historical Society who fix their famous Green Plaques to historic buildings and sites, placed their 39th plaque on the MLC Centre in memory of the Australia Hotel. References ^ Sydney Harbour Bridge Official Souvenir & Programme, NSW Government Printer, 1932, p.128 ^ Daily Mirror, Sydney, Monday, March 31, 1969, p.22 Sydney Harbour Bridge Official Souvenir & Programme, NSW Government Printer, 1932, p.128.</p>]]></content:encoded> <category><![CDATA[Sydney]]></category> <link>https://www.thishappyplaceblog.com/Sydney/australia-hotel-sydney-history</link> <guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.thishappyplaceblog.com/Sydney/australia-hotel-sydney-history</guid> <pubDate>Sat, 13 Apr 2024 08:49:00 +0000</pubDate> </item> <item> <title>Best Place to Settle in Australia</title> <description>A very big question. You've got four main factors, the job situation, the cost of real estate (whether to buy or rent) and the climate. Plus whether you have relatives/friends locally. That can make a big difference in settling ...</description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<img src="/img/top_17_cities_to_move_to.jpg" alt="Top 17 Cities To Move To In Australia | Cities Journal" align="left" /><p>A very big question. You've got four main factors, the job situation, the cost of real estate (whether to buy or rent) and the climate. Plus whether you have relatives/friends locally. That can make a big difference in settling in. It may also be relevant whether you have a skilled Australian work visa, or whether you are opening a business in Australia as a migrant, having emigrated with an Australian business owner visa. Sydney: Has a great (although often windy) climate and a vibrant economy. The big disadvantage is the cost of real-estate - it's a lot more expensive than elsewhere in Australia. Even if you go to the far western suburbs like Campbelltown, or the Central Coast (Gosford area) you will find your dollar does not go nearly as far as elsewhere in Australia. And living in these areas will involve a long commute if you are working in the Central Business District. In my opinion, families with children should strongly consider settling in another part of Australia. Single migrants or couples without children could think about Sydney as maybe a location for a few years, but be prepared to move interstate when children arrive. A compromise if you want to live in this area might be to live in Newcastle or Wollongong, but you would need to find work locally in these cities as although cost of living is lower, neither are generally within commuting distance of Sydney on a day to day basis. Both these cities suffered industrial trauma in the late 1980s/early 1990s when a lot of their heavy industries shut down, and although they are recovering, they still have their problems. Newcastle, for example, has one of the highest unemployment rates of any Australian city. Melbourne: Melbourne's climate is very different to Sydney's. Winters are colder (about 14C/57F) on a winter's day, about 3C/5F colder than in Sydney. That makes a big difference to the lifestyle you can have, especially as Melbourne skies in winter are a lot greyer than Sydney's. In summer, Melbourne is probably better than Sydney, in that it's equally warm and drier (also less humid). Even in summer though, Melbourne's weather can be variable. Melbourne is probably a more liveable city than Sydney, its road system in particular is better. Melbourne's economy is a lot stronger now than in the early 1990s, and it remains the centre for Australia's manufacturing industry. Real estate in Melbourne is about 30-35% cheaper than in Sydney. Brisbane: Has a wonderful climate (winter about 21C/70F), although summer is relatively wet and humid. Brisbane's economy is fast growing and diversifying, and real-estate is far more competitively priced than Sydney or even Melbourne. A downside of Brisbane is that the city centre is somewhat tattier than the other major state capitals in Australia. A recent problem in Brisbane is an infestation of fireants in some suburbs (two separate epicentres, one in the south west and one near the port). The Queensland government is trying hard to eradicate this pest - discovered in early 2001 - but in the meantime there are reports that infested areas have been affected by real-estate blight. It is possible to live on the Gold Coast and commute into Brisbane (about 1 hour). The Sunshine Coast to the north, however, is a little too far away to commute to Brisbane on a daily basis. Perth: Almost like a mini-California, Perth has great prospects. It has possibly the best climate in Australia (mild in winter, hot and dry in summer), a fast growing economy (with a lot of emphasis on resource based industries) coupled with relatively cheap real-estate and terrific beaches and parks. The biggest disadvantage of Perth is its isolation - Adelaide is your nearest substantial neighbour and that's over 3 hours flying time away. Adelaide: Although a lovely city, Adelaide has lagged the rest of Australia in recent decades. Adelaide's biggest advantage is it's low cost of living - it has the cheapest real-estate of any major Australian city. Finding a job is more difficult though, although not impossible. However, if your profession is something like nursing or teaching, Adelaide might be quite a good choice. Nurses and teachers, for example are in demand throughout Australia and because of the low cost of living, people in these professions will probably have a higher standard of living in Adelaide than they would have in Sydney or Melbourne. Adelaide is on roughly the same latitude as Sydney but its climate is very different. Adelaide's winters are cooler and wetter than Sydney's, but its summers are normally hotter and drier. Canberra: Canberra offers a fantastic lifestyle for you and your family, with an outstanding school system, excellent health services, shorter commuting times, plenty of fresh air and community living. Much of what is best about Australia can be found in the nation's capital - it's a clean, safe and relaxed place to live.</p>]]></content:encoded> <category><![CDATA[Best Place]]></category> <link>https://www.thishappyplaceblog.com/BestPlace/best-place-to-settle-in-australia</link> <guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.thishappyplaceblog.com/BestPlace/best-place-to-settle-in-australia</guid> <pubDate>Mon, 08 Apr 2024 08:48:00 +0000</pubDate> </item> <item> <title>Accommodation in Bright Victoria Australia</title> <description>BIG4 Bright Holiday Park would love to indroduce you to Bright and surrounds. No matter what the season we can assist you with local knowledge, specific tourist landing pages to find the best activities and day trips for your ...</description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<img src="/img/luxury_accommodation_in_bright_township_abalina.jpg" alt="Luxury Accommodation in Bright Township | Abalina Cottages" align="left" /><p>BIG4 Bright Holiday Park would love to indroduce you to Bright and surrounds. No matter what the season we can assist you with local knowledge, specific tourist landing pages to find the best activities and day trips for your needs. During the school holiday periods and long weekends we offer a great range of in park activities for you to enjoy. Our park has absolute river frontage and is situated centrally in the lovely township of Bright. We offer modern bbq and deck facilities, camp kitchen, bike wash, laundry facilities, family bathrooms, sporting and games library and much more...</p>]]></content:encoded> <category><![CDATA[Accommodation]]></category> <link>https://www.thishappyplaceblog.com/Accommodation/accommodation-in-bright-victoria-australia</link> <guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.thishappyplaceblog.com/Accommodation/accommodation-in-bright-victoria-australia</guid> <pubDate>Wed, 03 Apr 2024 08:46:00 +0000</pubDate> </item> <item> <title>Western Australia School Holidays</title> <description>There is a substantial body of research indicating that children’s relationships and experiences prior to school have an enduring impact on developmental outcomes, leading to sturdy or fragile foundations for life-long ...</description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<img src="/img/boatshed_perth_south_perth_restaurant.jpg" alt="Boatshed Perth - South Perth Restaurant & Kiosk - Blog - No.1 FREE" align="left" /><p>There is a substantial body of research indicating that children’s relationships and experiences prior to school have an enduring impact on developmental outcomes, leading to sturdy or fragile foundations for life-long learning, health and behaviour. Parents are children’s first and most influential teachers. Interventions focussed on supporting healthy, nurturing and stimulating family environments for children are considered most effective. Playgroup is a powerful key to enhancing home learning environments before children start their school years. Playgroup is an ideal opportunity for providing evidenced based information and support to families as a universal strategy with the ability for more targeted strategies for the most vulnerable children and families. Support community led (family run) playgroups on or near school sites Strengthen relationships between playgroups and schools Enhance family confidence in engaging in playful learning activities at home (For more information please see: AEDC Evaluation Report and ARACY Engaging Families in the Early Childhood Development Story and Projects). How we can help Playgroup development officers are available to work with schools in starting up a family run playgroup at the school or linking with nearby community playgroups. You may also find these resources useful: Project funding and support This is a state wide project. It is an initiative of the National Partnership on Universal Access to Early Childhood Education WA Steering Group. This project is funded by the Australian Government in partnership with the Western Australian Government Department of Education and the Department of Local Government and Communities. The project is supported by the Association of Independent Schools of Western Australia and the Catholic Education Office of Western Australia.</p>]]></content:encoded> <category><![CDATA[Western Australia]]></category> <link>https://www.thishappyplaceblog.com/WesternAustralia/western-australia-school-holidays</link> <guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.thishappyplaceblog.com/WesternAustralia/western-australia-school-holidays</guid> <pubDate>Mon, 01 Apr 2024 11:02:00 +0000</pubDate> </item> <item> <title>Australia Day at Parramatta Park</title> <description>Fresh from hosting the first ever Sydney edition of FOMO Festival, Parramatta Park is set to host a free Australia day mini-festival featuring a host of killer Aussie acts. Over a whopping 15-hour day, The City of Parramatta ...</description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<img src="/img/warm_hearts_on_a_cool_day.jpg" alt="Warm hearts on a cool day | Parramatta Sun" align="left" /><p>Fresh from hosting the first ever Sydney edition of FOMO Festival, Parramatta Park is set to host a free Australia day mini-festival featuring a host of killer Aussie acts. Over a whopping 15-hour day, The City of Parramatta Council will put on a family-friendly day of live music and entertainment, including sets from legendary Aussie rockers Eskimo Joe and Blue Mountains hip hop four-piece Thundamentals. The main Crescent stage will also feature Thandi Phoenix, BEATZ and Jie Pitman, while you’ll be able to catch the likes of L-Fresh The Lion, Olympia, Kuren and Bluejuice’s Jake Stone on the Aerial stage. Th...</p>]]></content:encoded> <category><![CDATA[Park]]></category> <link>https://www.thishappyplaceblog.com/Park/australia-day-at-parramatta-park</link> <guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.thishappyplaceblog.com/Park/australia-day-at-parramatta-park</guid> <pubDate>Wed, 27 Mar 2024 11:59:00 +0000</pubDate> </item> <item> <title>Restaurants in Cairns, Australia</title> <description>Catering to a constant stream of multicultural travellers, food lovers will be delighted at the range of international cuisine and places to eat in Cairns, with travellers being spoilt for choice when it comes to restaurants ...</description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<img src="/img/top_10_restaurants_in_cairns_queensland.jpg" alt="Top 10 Restaurants in Cairns, Queensland" align="left" /><p>Catering to a constant stream of multicultural travellers, food lovers will be delighted at the range of international cuisine and places to eat in Cairns, with travellers being spoilt for choice when it comes to restaurants. Every year Cairns attracts visitors from around the world so its restaurant scene has something for everyone of any nationality and budget. These are some of the most popular Cairns restaurants. australian cuisine Ochre Restaurant is one of the top places to eat in Cairns. Serving up exquisite five-star dishes, the chef is inspired by Australian bush ingredients and local produce including a wide selection of seafood. We have often opted for the tasting platter when eating here so we can sample more than one dish because the food really is amazing. Dundees on the waterfront is another favourite local’s restaurant with a wide range of Australian cuisine. Many people rave that Dundees serve the best steak in Cairns and their seafood and pasta dishes are pretty good too. The other drawcard is the view, as the restaurant overlooks the marina and the boardwalk (see top photo). greek cuisine Fettas Greek Taverna on Grafton Street is probably the most well-known Greek Restaurant in Cairns and it’s hypnotic bellydancers provide an added attraction on weekends. It has a great atmosphere with tables spilling out on to the street, delicious authentic Greek food and traditional décor that make you feel like you’re on a Greek island even though it’s on the other side of the world! mexican cuisine Montezumas is a vibrant Mexican restaurant right in the heart of town. Painted in bold reds, yellows and greens and full of Mexican artefacts, this family-friendly restaurant has a great atmosphere and is real value for money. All the meals are decent size serves and it’s incredibly affordable. We love eating here, the hardest part is choosing what we want to order. japanese cuisine There is a burgeoning Japanese community in Cairns so fantastic little sushi bars are popping up everywhere. For something a little more formal, Kan Pai is probably our favourite Japanese restaurant right in the heart of Cairns. It has cute little private eating booths and a courtyard area, as well as karaoke rooms for those who want to belt out a song or two. Food-wise there is a huge selection of dishes to choose from which is great for groups who want to share a selection of dishes. The prices are pretty reasonable too so both tourists and locals love this place. italian cuisine Villa Romano is a long established favourite right on the Esplanade. It is always busy and has a lively atmosphere although there isn’t a huge selection of kid’s meals to choose from if you go as a family. It’s very easy to find and has a true Italian-inspired menu so pizza and pasta-lovers will love the food here. brazilian cuisine Bush Fire Grill is a fantastic restaurant catering for meat-lovers. Known as the ‘Churrasco Experience’, waiters bring around various cuts of meat on skewers throughout the evening. The desserts are pretty good too with our favourite being the churros, basically deep-fried Spanish-style donuts served with a warm Ecuadorian chilli chocolate and chilli ochre. It is a memorable experience dining here and you will definitely need to bring your appetite. balinese cuisine The Bay Leaf has been a favourite place to eat in Cairns for many years. The food is always delicious with great seafood dishes as well as curries and satays. Located just behind the hospital, it’s a bit of a walk from the centre but worth the effort and very affordable. They are often fully booked so call and book a table before you go. asian cuisine Taste of Tamarind is by far one of the best restaurants in Cairns and has won many awards over the years. While it is a little expensive, the food is incredible, a combination of contemporary and Asian fusion dishes. Located within the Reef Hotel Casino, this upmarket restaurant is well worth visiting.</p>]]></content:encoded> <category><![CDATA[Activities]]></category> <link>https://www.thishappyplaceblog.com/Activities/restaurants-in-cairns-australia</link> <guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.thishappyplaceblog.com/Activities/restaurants-in-cairns-australia</guid> <pubDate>Tue, 26 Mar 2024 07:12:00 +0000</pubDate> </item> <item> <title>Predators in Australia</title> <description>Australian examples of surplus killing by mammalian predators were collated. These included surplus killing of native mammals and birds by foxes ( Vulpes vulpes ) and stock, native mammals and native birds by dingoes ( Canis ...</description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<img src="/img/top_predators_may_be_the_most.jpg" alt="Top Predators May Be The Most Important Animals On Earth | Gizmodo" align="left" /><p>Australian examples of surplus killing by mammalian predators were collated. These included surplus killing of native mammals and birds by foxes ( Vulpes vulpes ) and stock, native mammals and native birds by dingoes ( Canis lupus dingo ). We found no examples of surplus killing by feral cats (Felis catus). Incidents collated include historical anecdotes of surplus killing by foxes as they colonised the Australian mainland, recent examples where foxes killed threatened native species at sites despite intensive management to exclude foxes, and recent examples of the killing of native species on formerly fox-free islands to which foxes gained entry. Episodes of surplus killings by foxes, other than predation on captive or closely confined animals, appeared different in kind and frequency to those documented for co-evolved predator–prey systems on the large continental landmasses. They did not appear to be uncommon events associated with synchronised births of prey species, unusual or extreme weather that disadvantaged prey species, or seasonal food caching by a predator. Rather, surplus killing events appeared to reflect ineffective anti-predator defences by prey species when encountering a novel and efficient predator to which they have had no evolutionary exposure. We suggest that surplus killing by foxes may have been a feature of, and major contributor to, the rapid mainland extinction or contraction in range of many native species in Australia. In contrast to foxes, examples of surplus killing by dingoes relate mostly to domestic stock (calves and sheep). The arrival of dingoes to the Australian continent preceded that of foxes by 3500–4000 years, but they appear not to have had the dire impact on native mammals that we attribute to foxes. This may be due to fundamental differences in hunting styles and prey size and to their sparse populations in pre-European Australia. Active persecution of non-commensal dingoes by Aborigines, the lack of free-water, and the absence of European rabbits ( Oryctolagus cuniculus ) as an alternative food supply would have limited their numbers and their impact on native mammals.</p>]]></content:encoded> <category><![CDATA[Activities]]></category> <link>https://www.thishappyplaceblog.com/Activities/predators-in-australia</link> <guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.thishappyplaceblog.com/Activities/predators-in-australia</guid> <pubDate>Thu, 21 Mar 2024 07:09:00 +0000</pubDate> </item> <item> <title>Westin Hotels Australia</title> <description>Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE: HOT) today announced it has signed an agreement with Sekisui House Australia to plan and operate The Westin Coolum Resort & Spa in Queensland’s Sunshine Coast. Slated to open in ...</description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<img src="/img/the_westin_sydney_deals_reviews_sydney.jpg" alt="The Westin Sydney Deals & Reviews (Sydney, AUS) | Wotif" align="left" /><p>Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE: HOT) today announced it has signed an agreement with Sekisui House Australia to plan and operate The Westin Coolum Resort & Spa in Queensland’s Sunshine Coast. Slated to open in 2021, the resort will be part of a proposed mixed use development featuring retail shops and boutiques, plus luxury apartments. Ideally located on pristine Yaroomba beach, The Westin Coolum Resort & Spa will be one of very few internationally branded beachfront resorts in Australia...</p>]]></content:encoded> <category><![CDATA[Hotels]]></category> <link>https://www.thishappyplaceblog.com/Hotels/westin-hotels-australia</link> <guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.thishappyplaceblog.com/Hotels/westin-hotels-australia</guid> <pubDate>Sat, 16 Mar 2024 07:03:00 +0000</pubDate> </item> <item> <title>What is a Public Notary in Australia?</title> <description>Alternatively, documents can be notarized by an Australian notary for use in the United States. This is a two-step process, which does not involve the U.S. Consulates. Step 1: Have your documents executed in front of an ...</description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<img src="/img/home_apostille_australia.jpg" alt="Home | Apostille Australia" align="left" /><p>Alternatively, documents can be notarized by an Australian notary for use in the United States. This is a two-step process, which does not involve the U.S. Consulates. Step 1: Have your documents executed in front of an Australian Notary Public. Following is a list of Australian Public Notaries who have made themselves known to the U.S. Consulates General. Please note: the Department of State assumes no responsibility or liability for the professional ability or reputation of, or the quality of services provided by, the entities or individuals whose names appear on the following lists...</p>]]></content:encoded> <category><![CDATA[Activities]]></category> <link>https://www.thishappyplaceblog.com/Activities/what-is-a-public-notary-in-australia</link> <guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.thishappyplaceblog.com/Activities/what-is-a-public-notary-in-australia</guid> <pubDate>Sat, 16 Mar 2024 07:03:00 +0000</pubDate> </item> </channel></rss>If you would like to create a banner that links to this page (i.e. this validation result), do the following:
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