My Suburban News

Hands on with the Science Circus

Nicholas — Wed, 31 Oct 2012 11:12:32 +0000

Meet Imagen who is traveling with a team of 15 others to form what’s known as the Shell Questacon Science Circus.

The team is currently in Far North Queensland with a hope of sharing science through a fun and exciting science show.

The last opportunity anyone in the North will have to see the circus on tour is in Townsville November 10, 10am-4pm at Northreach Baptist Church Hall.

For more information visit sciencecircus.questacon.edu.au.

Listen to the full interview with the Editor of My Suburban News, Nicholas O’Sullivan to hear more.

Picture: Shell Questacon Science Circus presenters Gemma Mullaney and Josh Hindle 
playing with cornflour slime.

32-year battle ends for Chamberlians

Nicholas — Tue, 12 Jun 2012 01:39:06 +0000

Dingo took two-month-old Azaria Chamberlain, coroner finds

Independent Coroner Elizabeth Morris has ruled the death of Azaria Chamberlain was the result of being taken by a dingo.

The new inquest result was determined after three previous inquests and one royal commission previously ruling the death as ‘unknown.’

Members of the Chamberlian family gathered at the front of the Darwin Magistrates court where both Michael and Lindy spoke.

“We’re relieved and delighted to come to the end of this saga,” said Ms Lindy Chamberlain-Creighton to the media gathered.

Ms Chamberlain-Creighton stressed that Australia is dangerous and all should take appropriate precautions.

“We live in a beautiful country but it is dangerous and we would ask all Australian’s to be aware of this and take appropriate precautions and not wait for somebody else to do it for them,” Ms Chamberlain-Creighton said.

Ex-hushband Michael Chamberlain said it is important to pursue justice when the truth is on your side.

“I’m here to tell you that you can get justice even when you think that all is lost, the truth must be on your side,” Mr Chamberlain said.

“I cannot express stronly enough how important it is to pursue a just cause even when it seems to be a Mission Impossible.

“The truth is out.

“This has been a terrifying battle, bitter at time but now some healing and a chance to put our daughter’s spirit to rest.”

The Chamberlain’s were not obliged to answer any questions due to a pre-arranged interview with Nine’s A Current Affair.

Read Coroner Elizabet Morris’ findings here.

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News Radio – 6 January 2011

Nicholas — Fri, 06 Jan 2012 09:00:48 +0000

In this audio news bulletin.

Early Friday morning a 28-year-old man was attacked by two men resulting in several head injuries.

Queensland bucked the national trend in the vehicle market in 2011, being the only state in Australia to experience an increase in sales.

Imagine spending 20 years of life compiling old footage of movies to prove a thought, “I’ve seen that before somewhere”?

In weather the latest weather for Townsville and Ingham from the top of the Mount Stuart foothills where there are several Mountain bikes tracks that are maintained by Townsville MTB club, The Rockwheelers.

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News Radio – 5 January 2012

Nicholas — Thu, 05 Jan 2012 09:30:14 +0000

In this audio news bulletin a Vietnamese man is about to undergo surgery on his leg that has a 90kg life-threatening tumour. A mother has shot dead an intruder with a 12 gauge shotgun. For more news visit news.com.au.

News Radio – 4 January 2011

Nicholas — Wed, 04 Jan 2012 10:35:26 +0000

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As 2012 begins, police are urging road users to think seriously about the risks they face on our roads this year.

With two fatalities recorded in the first four days of the new year, Acting Chief Superintendent Andy Morrow from the State Traffic Support Branch is urging motorists to take a fresh look at their driving behaviour.

Shoppers at Myer stores Australia wide have rushed to tell of Myer’s seven-storey-high banner apostrophe error via twitter and social networks.

Known as Tattoo Tim by some he is The Museum of Old and New Art’s latest exhibit that has something different to offer, real life man who has turned into a work of art with his tattooed body.

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News Radio – 29 December 2011

Nicholas — Thu, 29 Dec 2011 07:34:11 +0000

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A treasure of stolen cash and property worth 6.5 million was uncovered by police during a raid at an inner-Sydney storage facilty.

Townsville was one of ten locations that the state government announced would have Cyclone shelters built in time for November 2012.

Marriage equality advocates say they expect 2012 to be the year same-sex marriage will be achieved. Australian Marriage Equality National Convener, Alex Greenwich, said 2011 showed the momentum for reform is unstoppable.

While many are getting ready to party, Townsville is preparing itself for the event of the year, New Year’s Eve at Reid Park. The evening is to feature displays and a big line-up of free family entertainment and activities to allow people to welcome in 2012 in style.

A young giraffe has been welcomed into Werribee Open Range Zoo after spending three months in quarantine.

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News Radio – 28 December 2011

Nicholas — Wed, 28 Dec 2011 07:51:50 +0000

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Exactly one year after the sudden death of Sandhurst Catholic Bishop Joseph Angelo Grech, the
legacy of the much-loved pastor is still being felt by the Catholic community around Australia.

A man has today been charged after threatening a group of four youths with a replica firearm on Christmas Eve.

After the first ever Jupiters Pool Party held in October where world renowned rapper Flo Rida performed to a crowd of thousands many have been awaiting the announcement of Townsville’s next pool party.

Leading doctors, psychologists and nutritionists from a successful health program have put together five easy tips for making your diet resolution successful in 2012.

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News Radio – 27 December 2011

Nicholas — Tue, 27 Dec 2011 08:35:53 +0000

In this audio news bulletin.

Police have put out a call to the public urging motorists to put their safety first before taking risks on the roads these holidays.

The Australian medical body is urging governments to impose tougher drinking restrictions on younger generations.

Bakers Delight a well known bakery franchise in Australia has been predicting an increase in the number of new franchises in 2012.

Proving age is no barrier to beauty, Deborah Hutton celebrates turning 50 by posing nude on the cover of The Australian Women’s Weekly.

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News Radio – 26 December 2011

Nicholas — Mon, 26 Dec 2011 07:07:29 +0000

In this audio news bulletin Rhys Messenger takes us through the latest news for 26 December 2011. Police in Queensland have remained at the scene of an early morning hour fire which claimed the lives of four people at Tewantin. Former AFL player Ricky Nixon has announced his engagement to Tegan Gould over twitter earlier this week tweeting, “Ricky Nixon & Tegan Gould wish to announce that they are engaged.” All this and more in today’s News Bulletin.

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News Radio – 24 December 2011

Nicholas — Sat, 24 Dec 2011 07:52:50 +0000

In this audio news bulletin Rhys Messenger brings direct to your audio feeds the latest news for around the country gathered from a variety of news sources including, News.com.au and other local and regional news paper websites.

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News Radio – 23 December 2011

Nicholas — Fri, 23 Dec 2011 07:16:54 +0000

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Camping at Lake Paluma will be reopened to the public on Boxing Day after the popular area was cut off by rain and cyclone damage for almost a year.

Chief of Defence, General David Hurley has visited Australian troops serving in East Timor and the Solomon Island commending troops on their service over the Christmas period.

Police are urging residents to ensure their property is fully secured to avoid any unwanted surprises over the holiday period.

The world renowned rock bank Evermore is set to perform at Docklands tonight at a carols event put on by Planetshakers Church.

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News Radio – 22 December 2011

Nicholas — Thu, 22 Dec 2011 04:55:27 +0000

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Today the Australian Bureau of Statistics released the contribution Tourism has on Australia’s economy that has grown 4.4 per cent over the last year.

Two Hong Kong nationals have been arrested over the attempted importation of approximately 30 kilograms of methamphetamine into Sydney, the result of an investigation by the Joint Organised Crime Group (JOCG).

With most construction sites shutting down over Christmas, contractors and employers are being urged to remove or secure potential hazards at locked down worksites.

The Sydney New Year’s Eve 2011 fireworks is made up of aroun 7000 tonnes of pyrotechnic explosives which are used to make Sydney a dream destination every NYE in Australia.

Did you know you could follow the Townsville City Council on Twitter @tcc_news to get all the latest traffic and road updates for Townsville? Well, now you know.

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News Radio – 21 December 2011

Nicholas — Wed, 21 Dec 2011 06:10:31 +0000

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Australians for Affordable Housing (AAH) today called for the Commonwealth Government and new Housing Minister Robert McClelland to make creating more affordable housing a major priority for 2012 in the light of the National Housing Supply Council’s third State of Supply report.

These fixed home loan offers are available for a limited time to new St.George customers and to existing customers switching into a new fixed rate.

It’s been 12 months since Denis Harrold landed the world’s biggest barramundi at Lake Monduran, weighing in at 44.6 kilos and measuring 135cm.

Movies are one of Australia’s most popular cultural activities which is probably the reason why Event Cinemas has opened up their cinema network in NSW and QLD to server movie patrons on Christmas Day.

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News Radio – 20 December 2011

Nicholas — Tue, 20 Dec 2011 06:12:52 +0000

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The Queensland Government has signed a major 10-year lease on a city office building known as the, “Verde building.”

After a trial of fixed speed cameras along a stretch of the Bruce Highway between Beerburrum and Landsborough a point-to-point speed camera system has been selected to encourage motorists to slow down.

More than half (55 per cent) of Australian small business owners or operators will work during the Christmas-New Year holiday break with a third (36 per cent) of them taking no time off whatsoever.

Townsville City Council has been tackling the problem of mozzies by targeting their breeding sites on foot but also by air this year.

Sleep disorders and the police (Journal of the American Medical Association) - A researcher from Monash University, Victoria, has led a team investigating the prevalence of sleep disorders in the police force and whether they lead to sleeping whilst driving and anger towards suspects.

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Radio News – 19 December 2011

Nicholas — Mon, 19 Dec 2011 06:27:56 +0000

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Queensland’ export industry is gearing up for a new era for coal exports after the Goonyella to Abbot Point (GAP) rail link as officially opened today.

The Gold Coast 2018 games logo has been unveiled today on the Gold Coast.

In a special ceremony Gold Coast Mayor Ron Clarke and Acting Queensland Minister for Sport Simon Finn showcased the logo on the side of the city’s Clipper racing yacht.

The Australian Government has today invited Australian’s to submit their ideas and priories that should be included in the 2012/13 budget.

Australian travellers are visiting overseas battlefields in greater numbers than ever before, according to a company that specialists in organising tours to foreign battlefields.

A very special story on Stable on the Strand’s 2011 opening night – http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NStkTowQMdk

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News Radio – 16 December 2011

Nicholas — Fri, 16 Dec 2011 09:14:19 +0000

In this audio news bulletin.

Police are investigating an incident in which offenders have stolen vehicles and rammed a security car in Redbank Plains overnight.

The Christmas spirit has swept across Townsville today with many charities receiving the needed boost allowing them to better facilitate for struggling families this festive season thanks to the Mayor’s Christmas tree appeal.

Townsville’s Aitkenvale library has taken advantage of the digital revolution in adopting the NBN to enable residents of Townsville to experience the new high-speed internet technology.

Stable on the Strand is four days into their six day bump-in at Townsville’s Strand where volunteers have been toughing out rain and 30 degree temperatures in an effort to construct a town of Bethlehem.

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News Radio – 15 December 2011

Nicholas — Thu, 15 Dec 2011 07:57:05 +0000

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Fire Crews responeded to a blaze at the IGA Supermarket on Eighth Avenue at Home Hill, around 100km south of Townsville.

This morning many people in the Herbert and Lower Burdekin were awoken to an usually severe weather event.

Today Australians had their last chance to see the Royal Australian Navy’s Sea King helicopters fly over Australia saying farwell to the nation.

Stable volunteers have been hard at work these last few days setting up at Strand park where they build a town of Bethlehem for the people of Townsville to enjoy.

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News Radio – 14 December 2011

Nicholas — Wed, 14 Dec 2011 06:05:35 +0000

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A new zero emissions car unveiled by Nissan earlier this year is set to be evaluated as a Queensland Government fleet car.

The Queensland minister for Government Services, Simon Finn today inspected one of the electric cars

The Nissan LEAF which generates zero emissions is being tested for potential inclusion in the Queensland Government’s future fleet line-up.

Queenslanders are choosing more and more often to holiday at home which has increased by 3% to just over 4.7 million.

The Melbourne Gospel Choir, has joined forces with ABC Music, Australia’s largest independent record label, to release the star-studded album Freedom, supported and promoted by World Vision Australia.

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News Radio – 13 December 2011

Nicholas — Tue, 13 Dec 2011 08:43:03 +0000

In this audio news bulletin.

It’s what many investor dream of, property that actually puts money in your pocket every week!

But while many investors fantasise about positive cash flow property, it’s often difficult to find.

The children at the University of Melbourne’s Child Care Centre were treated to an afternoon with a former MasterChef, when Callum Hann dropped in for afternoon tea and a cooking master class last week.

South East Queensland’s koalas have a bright future with the planting of 30,000 trees and purchase of 379 hectares of land for protected koala habitat across the region.

Environment Minister Vicky Darling was joined by Member for Springwood Barbara Stone to plant the last of the 30,000 trees on revegetated farming land at the Daisy Hill on Brisbane’s southside.

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News Radio – 12 December 2011

Nicholas — Mon, 12 Dec 2011 13:54:42 +0000

In this audio news bulletin Rhys Messenger takes a look at the latest news for Australia on the 12 December 2011.

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News Radio – 11 December 2011

Nicholas — Sun, 11 Dec 2011 02:28:52 +0000

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The Murrin Bridge Local Aboriginal Land Council is proud to announce the completion of bottling for Australia’s first and only Aboriginal wine label, Murrin Bridge Connections.

Hundreds of motorcycle riders have taken part in an annual Toy Run held in Townsville that aims to provide gifts to disadvantaged families.

The Townsville Crocodiles are gearing up today to win against the Sydney Kings in round ten of the NBL after last weekend’s one point victory at the Swamp.

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News Radio – 9 December 2011

Nicholas — Fri, 09 Dec 2011 08:44:49 +0000

In this Audio News bulletin get a brief update with what’s happening around Australia on the 9 December 2011. Rhys Messenger gathers and composes news stories from a variety of news sources around Australia. Today Rhys looks at some amazing photography by Simon Carter who has a collection extreme rock climbing images.

A man was jailed for up to five years after a stabbing a man he believed was a pedophile, the stabbing took place on the 26 December 2011.

Coca-Cola has transferred it’s secret recipe to their corporate museum, removing the formula from it’s usually confines of a bank vault.

Melbourne talk show host from the Kyle Sandilands from the Kyle and Jackio O show, one of Australia’s most popular radio shows is set to return to the airwaves in 2012. Read the full apology letter at 2day 104.1 FM‘s website by Southern Cross Austereo.

News Radio – 8 December 2011

Nicholas — Thu, 08 Dec 2011 08:26:29 +0000

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An off-duty Queensland Police officer has been caught for drink driving while driving a police vehicle in the Northern town of Mackay.

Australia has a roaring retail trade with the opening of stage one at Stockland in Townsville and the opening of fashion giant Topshop in Melbourne’s south east.

Read more at My Suburban News – Topshop in Australia, Stage one opening of the redefined Stockland Townsville.

Queensland’s Marine and Infrastructure Minister Craig Wallace has urged boaties to ensure their safety this season by following a simple message, “Life jacket – wear it.”

Read more at My Suburban News – http://www.mysuburbannews.com.au/2011/12/08/safety-on-the-water-20206641.html

Hot this Summer? Cool down in Townsville at one of Townsville’s beaches or pools to beat the summer heat.

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News Radio – 7 December 2011

Nicholas — Wed, 07 Dec 2011 08:19:00 +0000

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One of Sydney’s most recognised buildings, Town Hall will be wrapped in a custom photographic mesh so its beauty can still be enjoyed during restoration works.

A five year old Afghan child who was bitten by an Australian search dog is expected to make a full recovery.

The child was discovered with a deep laceration to his leg immediately following a compound clearance in eastern Uruzgan Province last month.

Today the first sod was turned at ‘Icon Ipswich’, the first stage of the Ipswich City Heart Redevelopment scheme.

Australian travelers can now book their holidays on Skiddoo, a cut-through new travel platformdesigned to plug into the booming social media scene.

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News Radio – 6 December 2011

Nicholas — Tue, 06 Dec 2011 09:14:14 +0000

In this audio news bulletin.

> Today has marked a historic occasion for most of Queensland where analog TV signals have been replaced with it’s newer counterpart, Digial Terestial Tuners which receive a newer digital signal. The analog TV signal were switched off at around six locations throughout Queensland this morning at 9.08am.

> The body of a 49-year-old man missing in waters off Bushie Islet, Cape York since yesterday was located this morning by search crews.

> Initial underground mine production has successfully commenced at Xstrata Copper’s Ernest Henry Mining operation in north-west Queensland, marking the site’s transition from open pit mining, which is now complete, to underground mining and magnetite processing.

> Coca-Cola and Cricket Australia are taking the “Share a COKE” campaign to “worldly” new heights by asking Australians named Matt to help them set a Guinness World Records title.

Read more at Coca Cola – www.shareacoke.com.au/mattworldrecord

> The last few months you may have noticed a rise the number of protests, particularly those referred to as “Occupy Protests.” Occupy, also a world-wide movement which is primarily directed at economic and social inequality.

> The Australian weather body, the Bureau of Meteorology has just released their weather calendar that has been produced for over 25 years.

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News Radio – 5 December 2011

Nicholas — Mon, 05 Dec 2011 08:48:43 +0000

In this audio news bulletin.

With thousands of people already making the switch to digital let this be a warning, analog TV signals in Townsville will be switched off from December 6 2011.

Researchers have discovered a new population of adult stem cells in the heart, which could augment the development of new regeneration and repair therapies for people who have suffered heart attack or heart failure, the leading cause of death in Australia.

Saturday residents of Magnetic Island were invited to view the designs of a new walkway to be constructed between Nelly Bay and Arcadia.

Do you know what the true meaning of Christmas is? Click here to find out – The true meaning behind Christmas

A new start-up business magazine known as Success has just released their third issue.

and more including weather and traffic reports for Queensland.

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The True meaning behind Christmas

Nicholas — Mon, 05 Dec 2011 05:11:20 +0000

A message from the team at My Suburban News for you this Christmas.

This festive season, it doesn’t hurt to sit back and see what people think of Christmas. Most people have heard of that big fat red-man who gives our presents. You guessed it, his name is Santa. Also known as Saint Nicholas in countries around the world. Want to know what is even greater than just getting a new toy or video game, well it’s the true meaning behind ‘Christmas.’

Over 2000 years ago Jesus was born as a gift from God for the people of this world or as the bible says in Romans, “all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God.”

Perhaps the greatest verse we can remember and tell our friends this Christmas is found in John 3:16, “For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life.”

From all the team at My Suburban News we wish you a safe and blessed Christmas.

Christmas Services in Townsville

In Townsville there are numerous churches that are putting on Christmas events including the Northern Beaches, Northreach Baptist Church, Calvary AOG and many others. Below is a brief list of church services that you may like to attend on Christmas Eve or Christmas Day.

Northreach Baptist Church is hosting an evening service on Christmas Eve and a Morning Service on Christmas Day. Visit their Facebook Page for more information.
Northern Beaches Connections is running a Christmas Carols event on the Corner of Mount Low Parkway & Lynwood Ave Bushland Beach. At the even there will be food stalls, kids activities from 5.30pm and carols commencing from 6.30pm.
If you have a church would like to add to this list that you know is running a Christmas service please contact the editor via this link.

Sports Update – 4 December 2011

Nicholas — Sat, 03 Dec 2011 23:35:38 +0000

In this sports update Nicholas O’Sullivan brings you up to speed with the latest for the Townsville Crocodiles who have just played round nine of the 2011/12 NBL Championship in a stunning one-point victory on the buzzer.

The Townsville Crocodiles have won against the Wollongong Hawks in Townsville tonight in a battle that came down to the last second after Michael Cedar was fouled on the full-time buzzer. Crocs defeated the Hawks 82-81.

Read more at My Suburban News – http://www.mysuburbannews.com.au/2011/12/03/crocs-capture-the-hawks-20206463.html#ixzz1fW9E3RfY

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Radio News – 3 December 2011

Nicholas — Sat, 03 Dec 2011 02:30:06 +0000

In this audio news bulletin the Townsville Crocodiles are set to take on the Wollongong Wildcats tonight at the swamp. So far in the 2011/12 NBL season the Crocs have won two out of their three home games, they recently played round seven and eight away from their home courts where they have lost to the Gold Coast Blaze and the New Zealand Breakers. Australian singing sensation Jessica Mauboy is set to reveal her self-titled capsule collection of clothing at Myer in Melbourne.

Also expect the latest sport and weather information for December 3 2011.

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Radio News – 2 December 2011

Nicholas — Fri, 02 Dec 2011 12:54:35 +0000

In this audio news bulletin Rhys Messenger takes a look at the latest changes to Queensland’s waste laws that will mean fines and waste levy fees will be in place. You will also get an understanding of changes to laws that are set to combat dangerous dog rules. Around 15 volunteers have cut up hundreds of Christmas fruit cakes for distribution at Stable on the Strand, just over two weeks away.

What’s happening in Townsville this Christmas? Get a list of things that are happening at www.mysuburbannews.com.au/christmas2011.html.

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