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| "Automotive Industry in Australia" Published - PR Inside Posted: 04 Mar 2010 08:30 AM PST 2010-03-04 17:29:20 - New Manufacturing market report from IBISWorld: "Automotive Industry in Australia"
This Industry Market Research report from IBISWorld provides a detailed analysis of the Automotive Industry in Australia industry, including key growth trends, statistics, forecasts, the competitive environment including market shares and the key issues facing the industry. Industry Definition This industry includes car manufacturers, parts suppliers, car dealers and mechanics. These companies are generally engaged in the design, research, development, manufacture, selling, and maintenance of motor vehicles and parts. Motor vehicles refer to cars, utes, station wagons, SUVs and people movers that are either sold to the general public or to businesses and the Government. The report does not cover vans, motorcycles, buses or heavy commercial vehicles such as trucks.Report Contents The About this Industry chapter provides general information about the scope of the industry such as an industry definition and a list of the main activities of the industry. The Industry at a Glance chapter provides a brief snapshot of the key indicators of the industry such as industry revenue and forecast growth rate. The Industry Performance chapter covers the following: Executive Summary, Key External Drivers, Current Performance, Industry Outlook and Industry Life Cycle. The Executive Summary section is a brief summary of the overall chapter. The Key External Drivers section looks at the key factors outside the control of an individual business that determine the industry's performance. The Current Performance section provides analysis for the industry over the past five years with key performance indicators discussed. The Industry Outlook section is a key analysis section of the report and outlines expectations for the key industry indicators over the next five year period, including forecasts. The Industry Life Cycle section provides a discussion of where the industry is at in its life cycle and how that is affecting industry performance. The Products & Markets chapter covers the following: Supply Chain, Products & Services, Demand Determinants, Major Markets, International Trade and Business Locations. The Supply Chain section lists the key buying and key selling industries associated with this industry. The Products & Services section lists the products and services the industry provides including percentage breakdowns by key segment. The Demand Determinants section provides an analysis of the determinants behind the level of demand for the industry's products. The Major Markets section gives an analysis of the markets for the industry's products and how these markets may have changed over time. The International Trade section provides a discussion of the importance of trade to the industry. The Business Locations section highlights where the industry operates and why. The Competitive Landscape chapter is a discussion of the characteristics of an average operator in the industry and who controls the market for the products of the industry. It includes the following sections: Market Share Concentration, Key Success Factors, Cost Structure Benchmarks, Basis of Competition, Barriers to Entry and Industry Globalization. The Market Share Concentration section discusses the level of concentration of the industry. The Key Success Factors section looks at the key internal factors that contribute to the success of an operator in the industry. The Cost Structure Benchmarks section discusses the average costs faced by operators in the industry. The Basis of Competition section is a discussion of the factors that can give a company in this industry a competitive edge. The Barriers to Entry section looks at the factors preventing new companies from entering the industry. The Industry Globalization section provides an indication to which the industry is affected by global operations and trends. The Major Companies chapter analyses the companies that have the most substantial influence on the industry. Market Share figures and a discussion of the major companies operations within the industry are given where possible. The Operating Conditions chapter covers the following: Structural Risk Index, Investment Requirements, Technology & Systems, Industry Volatility, Regulation & Policy, Industry Assistance and Taxation Issues. The Structural Risk Index section provides an indicator of the level of risk faced by operators in the industry. The Investment Requirements section is an analysis of the level of capital investment required to operate in the industry. The Technology & Systems section discusses the key technologies used by the industry. The Industry Volatility section looks at the level of in the industry and the factors behind this volatility. The Regulation & Policy section looks in to the regulatory measures the industry is subject to and the corresponding compliance burden faced by operators in the industry. The Industry Assistance section discusses the level of assistance the industry receives from Government. The Taxation Issues gives a comparison between the level of tax burden on this industry compared to other industries and discusses industry-specific taxation measures placed upon it. The Key Statistics chapter provides the key indicators for the industry for at least the last three years. The statistics included are industry revenue, industry value added (or gross product), establishments, enterprises, employment, exports, imports, wages, domestic demand and any relevant industry-specific data where appropriate. There is also a Historical Performance section that discusses the key past events that have determined industry performance.
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| Eglin Briefs - NW Florida Daily News Posted: 04 Mar 2010 08:16 AM PST From staff reports
Inside the gates
Munitions inventory March 1-12 The 46th Test Wing Munitions Flight will be performing a semi-annual wall-to-wall inventory of the base stock account from March 1-12. During this period no munitions issues, turn-ins, or shipments will be scheduled unless an emergency situation exists. All munitions users are requested to pre-plan their munitions requirements prior to the start of the inventory. For more information contact 46 MXS/MXMWMA, Mr. Fisher at 2-8297 or MSgt. Lindberg at 2-3980.
Library Closed for Inventory The Base Library will be closed for inventory on March 11. 882-5016
Motorcycle Safety Day Eglin Air Force Base "Knowledge Is Protection" Motorcycle Safety Day Campaign is March 12 at 8 a.m. with the show starting 8:30 a.m. at the Eglin Enlisted Center. Schedule of Events include: • Todd Roberts — EF Motorcycle Simulators •Visiting Shops — Open Discussion •Motorcycle Safety Instruction •Skills Ride Competition •Best Motorcycle Competition •Group Ride to Lunch All Eglin AFB, Hurlburt Field, Duke Field and Tyndall AFB motorcycle riders are welcome. If interested in the group ride to Destin Hooters, contact joe.bailey@eglin.af.mil no later than March 5. Event coordinators are Ron Shenkel, AAC/SEG 882-7333, Joe Bailey, 53 WG/SEG 882-5734, Dave King, 53 WG/SEG 882-7510.
AETC Special Duty Recruiting The Air Education and Training Command (AETC) Special Duty Recruiting team will visit Eglin to hold a seminar from 8:45-10:45 a.m. March 17 at the Enlisted Professional Development Center, Bldg. 19C. The seminar will offer in-depth information on Special Duty assignments including Military Training Instructors, Military Training Leaders, Recruiters, PME Instructors and more. If you've ever been interested in a Special Duty assignment, don't miss this opportunity to gather all the details on these positions and the application process. For information, contact Eglin Career Assistance Advisor MSgt. Shauna Bauer at 882-2449.
Drunk Driving AADD was adopted in 2000 primarily to save lives and prevent DUIs. The program operates 24/7 and relies heavily on volunteers. For the safety of drivers some information will be needed to be provided to the dispatcher. If you need a ride, call 882-SAFE (882-7233).
AFRC 'Active Relationships' marriage retreat A free three-day marriage retreat will be held at Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort at 5 p.m. March 19 through noon March 21. All Team Eglin active duty military and spouses are eligible to register at the Airman & Family Readiness Center. The retreat will strengthen relationships and provide tools to cope with common stressors that coincide with deployments. Understanding individual personalities, money management and successful communication topics will be discussed in relation to deployment. Post deployment topics include establishing new routines and responsibilities, intentional connections, and managing emotions. For information or to register, call the A&FRC at 882-9060.
Airman & Family Readiness classes EMPLOYMENT JobsPlus Military Spouse & Family Employment Advocate: Wednesdays, 2:30-4:30 pm RELOCATION Sponsor Training: Friday, March 12, 2-2:30 pm TRANSITION Transition Assistance (TAP): Tuesday-Thursday, March 9-11 & 23-25, 8 am-4 pm VA Benefits: Wednesday, March 10, 8 am-Noon SPECIAL EVENTS FLOW (Florida License on Wheels): Wednesday, March 10, 8:30 am-3:30 pm; BX parking lot Call the A&FRC at 882-9060 to sign up for classes. Class details available at the A&FRC and online at www.eglinforcesupport.com/afrc. Some classes/services open to civilians also.
Chapel news Catholic Stations of the Cross The Catholic Stations of the Cross and Lenten Meals will be observed on Wednesdays March 10, 17, and 24 at 5 p.m. at the West Gate Chapel. For information, call Susan Huberty at 882-7320. Protestant Lenten Devotional, lunch The Protestant Lenten Devotional and lunches will be at 11:30 a.m. Wednesdays March 10, 17, 24, 31 at the Chapel Center Annex. For information, call the chapel at 882-2111.
National Prayer Breakfast The Eglin Chapel will host the 2010 National Prayer Breakfast March 25 at the Eglin Officers Club with the buffet starting at 6:30 a.m. and program starting at 7a.m. The guest speaker is USAF Deputy Chief of Chaplains, Chaplain Brig. Gen. David H. Cyr. Tickets are $3 for club members, $5 for non club members and available through the First Sergeants, chaplains or TSgt. Eley at the Eglin Chapel Center. For information, call the chapel at 882-2111.
Beth Moore simulcast April 24 A Beth Moore live simulcast event of her new message, So Long Insecurity, will take place at Niceville United Methodist Church, 214 Partin Drive South on Saturday, April 24 from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. There will be a break for lunch at 11 a.m. Registration is requested, and a box lunch is available to all registrants. This event and lunch are provided at no cost - a love offering will be accepted. To register, visit the church Web site www.nicevilleumc.org/women or by calling 678-4411 ext. 127.
An Opportunity to Change The Base Chapel will be hosting various Bible studies and small group discussions at different times and locations to include: 2 Kings at 11:30 a.m. on Fridays at the Chapel Center, Beth Moore's "Believing God" at 11:30 a.m. on Thursdays at the Chapel Center and many others. If you are interested in attending or leading a small group Bible study, call the Base Chapel, 882-2111 and talk with Ch O'Dowd.
Retirees ROWC to meet March 18 The NW FL Retired Officers Wives Club will meet on March 18, at the Eglin Officers Club. Social will begin at 11 a.m. and lunch will be served at 11:30 a.m. The program will be: Skit by Jo Yaeger and Friend. For reservations, call 609-8075 by March 11.
Eglin Services PCS FAMCAMP reservations Are you making a PCS move? If so, Eglin's family campgrounds located at Postl' Point and Camp Robbins will accept space reservations up to 30 days prior to your planned stay. Offer is available to military and civilians on PCS orders. When making a reservation, bring a copy of your orders, or fax a copy to 883-1242. PCS spaces are limited. For information, contact John Lilly at 883-1243.
Gen. Henry H. Arnold scholarship The Gen. Henry H. Arnold education scholarship provides $2,000 grants to children and spouses of active duty, Title 10 AGR/Reserve, Title 32 AGR performing full-time active duty, retired, retired reserve and deceased Air Force members. Applications are available at www.afas.org. Application deadline is March 12. For information, contact Elaine LaJeunesse at Airman & Family Readiness, 882-4291.
DePLAYment pass offers discounts A new Year of the Air Force Family initiative offers special free and discounted programs for families of military forces deployed from Eglin for at least 30 days in support of an active Operation during any part of the time period from July 2009 through July 2010. To take advantage of the child care, youth, recreational and fitness incentives, families of deployed military are invited to bring a copy of deployment orders to the Airman & Family Readiness Center to pick up DePLAYment passes for the whole family and to register online at www.myairforcelife.com to activate the passes. Activated passes must be shown in the participating activity to receive the free or discounted incentives. For information, contact the Airman & Family Readiness Center at 882-9060.
Spring Parking Lot Sale March 27 It's time once again for Eglin's Spring Parking Lot Sale slated for Saturday, March 27 at 7:30 a.m. on the grass adjacent to the tennis courts near the East Gate. Everyone authorized access to Eglin is welcome to shop or sell. Space is free. Participants may bring their own food and beverages. Tables and chairs may be rented at the Outdoor Recreation Center. Restrooms are located in the Fitness Center. 882-5467.
Belly Dancing classes on Thursdays These popular classes are great fun and good exercise. Beginner through advanced classes are offered by instructor Patricia Thompson on Tuesdays from 6-7:30 p.m. Cost is $40 for four weeks of classes. New sessions begin the first Tuesday of every month, but students may start at any time. Sign up now at the Arts & Crafts Center. For information, call 882-5467.
First Friday 'Show Your Irish' Celebrate at the Enlisted Club's First Friday social hour on March 5 starting at 4:30 p.m. in the lounge. Menu features corned beef, cabbage and potatoes. Latin Night gets underway at 9 p.m. with DJ Max. Free to Eglin members, $2.50 for all others. Club card drawing will be held for club members. "Show Your Irish" is also the kick off for the 2010 Air Force Club Membership Drive. Members who sign up new members receive one $10 club gift certificate for each new member signed up. 678-5127.
Air Force Clubs offer membership special All personnel who join any Air Force club now through May 30 will automatically receive three months free dues, free cash back rewards program, and a chance to win $5 - $100 instantly upon application.
Family Child Care orientation Need a second household income? Become a Family Child Care provider and possibly earn up to $4,500 a month. Persons interested in providing care for children in their homes for more than 10 hours a week on a regular basis must be licensed. Call the Family Child Care office at 882-2994 for more information and to register for the next class session.
Affiliated Family Child Care providers The Family Child Care office is seeking individuals living in the surrounding communities to become licensed affiliated child care providers. Affiliated providers must be spouses of a military ID card holder (active or retired). They must meet the State of Florida licensing requirements prior to receiving an affiliated certificate from the Eglin Mission Support Group commander. For information, contact the FCC office, 882-2994 or visit www.eglinforcesupport.com.
Openings in Family Child Care homes FCC providers have immediate openings for children ages 4 weeks to 12 years of age for hourly, part time, full time, volunteer, PCS, extended duty, reservists, weekend, special needs and overnight care. Homes are located on base, Shalimar, Fort Walton Beach, Niceville and Crestview. Contact the FCC office, 882-2994 or you may download the monthly referral listing at www.eglinforcesupport.com.
Flags flown over the Capitol The Eglin Arts & Crafts Center sells U.S. flags flown of the U.S. Capitol. Flags are available in both cotton and nylon material and in sizes 3' x 5' and 5' x 8'. Visit the Arts & Crafts complex to purchase yours for that special "going away" or retirement ceremony. Call 882-5467 for price quotes.
Enlisted Club hosts Latin Nights Get in rhythm with the Enlisted Club's Latin Nights. Join the fiesta in the E-Club's lounge with DJ Max you dance to the exotic sounds of salsa, meringue, bachata, cumbia, reggeaton and more every first and third Friday of the month. Enjoy DJ variety music on alternate Friday nights. Everyone's welcome. 678-5127.
Dog obedience class March 25 Karen Harper teaches basic and intermediate dog obedience curriculum at the Eglin Arts & Crafts Center. Students must pre-pay for the six-session course held on Thursdays from 5-6 p.m. Cost is $70. Upcoming classes are scheduled for March 25-April 29. Register and pick up additional class information at A&C. 882-5467.
Air Force hoops promotion The Air Force Hoops promotion gives Air Force sports fans (eligible ID card holders over the age of 18), the chance to win big prizes by selecting teams in the NCAA Division 1 Men's Basketball Championship Tournament. You have a chance to win, just by registering and entering your bracket selections – even if you don't get the teams right. Game pieces are available at the Officer's Club, Enlisted Club, Bowling Center and Golf Course. Register online using the game pieces to win cash prizes of $1,000-$5,000 and more. Play ends March 18. Additional information is available at participating facilities. 882-3352.
Guitar lessons now offered Arts & Crafts now offers guitar lessons taught by Bill Hahn, guitarist for local group, "Call the Law." Students of all ages will learn how to develop their musical talent under his tutelage. Cost for one-hour of instruction is $30 and $100 for four one-hour sessions. To register and request additional information, call 882-5467.
Drumming lessons offered The Arts & Crafts Center now offers drumming (percussion) lessons. Classes are taught by Omar S. Hart in the center's music room. Students of all ages will learn how to develop their musical talent under the tutelage of Hart who has several years experience as a performer and educator in music. Cost for 1/2-hour of instruction is $15 and $30 for one-hour lessons. To register and request additional information, call 882-5467.
Piano lessons Beginner classes are offered by instructor Amy Propst at the Eglin Arts & Crafts Center. Instruction is specialized for teaching children. Cost is $18.75 per 1/2-hour of instruction. For information or to coordinate your first lesson, call the Arts & Crafts Center at 882-5467.
Free Oil Changes for Spouses Spouses of deployed military members are entitled to a free oil change at the Eglin Auto Hobby Shop, located behind the Eglin Arts & Crafts Center. Eligible members must visit the Airman & Family Readiness Center to obtain their free oil change certificate to be utilized at the auto hobby shop. For information, call 882-2484.
Youth programs Apprenticeship program for students Applications are being accepted for the 2010 Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL), Munitions Directorate, High School Apprenticeship Program (HSAP). Eligibility and applications requirements can be found at www.eglin.af.mil – then navigate to Air Force Research Laboratory Munitions Directorate in the Eglin units sidebar. Applications will be accepted only according to the procedures outlined in the eligibility requirements. For more information contact Mike Deiler at 883-1919.
Engineering program for students The Eglin AFB Civilian Personnel Office is accepting applications for positions in the AFRL student summer engineering program. The positions available under this program are designed to expose college students pursuing a degree in science/mathematics/engineering; the positions will be located in AFRL only. To apply pick up an applications from your school counselor's office, or at the Civilian Personnel Office on Eglin AFB, 310 W. Van Matre Avenue, Bldg 210, Room 101 on the first floor hallway. The applications will be available in a rack next to the door of Room 101 by the automatic doors at the side entrance. Applications will be accepted from March 1 - 12 between the hours of 8 a.m. and 3 p.m. Monday through Friday. Applications mailed must be postmarked by March 12. Students should be enrolled at least part-time in a college curriculum in a science/mathematics/engineering discipline. For more information contact Kathy Owens at 882-5341.
Air Force Teen Aviation Camp Applications are now being accepted for the 11th Annual Air Force Teen Aviation Camp. The camp, sponsored by the Air Force Services Agency, will be held June 5-10 at the US Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs, CO. The camp is for students who will be sophomores or juniors in high school during the 2010-2011 school year. Teens eligible for application must be dependents of active duty military assigned to or living on an air force base, AF retired military, AF civilian employees (APF/NAF) or activated Air National Guard or AF Reserve. They should also be interested in aviation, leadership or the USAFA. Interested teens must complete an application form, familiarization exam and complete an interview with a Youth Center representative. Selected teens will not be accompanied by an adult chaperone. All lodging, meals and activity fees are paid for by the AF Services Agency. Transportation fees will be the responsibility of the student if selected. The application, familiarization exam and interview must be completed by March 19. Stop by the Youth Center, Bldg 2582, to pick up an application packet. For information, call 882-8212.
Kids' parties at Bowling Center Families and kids of all ages are invited to party at the Bowling Center. Cost is $9 per person and includes one hour of bowling (up to 4 per lane), shoe rental, choice of hamburger or hot dog, French fries, and a soft drink or two slices of pizza and a drink. Parents may bring cake, party favors, and decorations.
Expanded Give Parents a Break program Active duty Air Force families eligible for the Give Parents a Break program include those where a parent is feeling stress due to deployment, extended TDY, remote tour of duty, a family crisis or emergency, a child with special needs, or unique circumstances and hardships. The schedule for 2010 is as follows: March 13, 10 a.m. -3 p.m.; April 10, 5-10 p.m.; May 8, 10 a.m. -3 p.m.; June 12, 5-10 p.m.; July 10, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.; Aug. 14, 5-10 p.m.; Sept. 11, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.; Oct. 9, 5-10 p.m.; Nov. 23, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.; Dec. 11, 5-10 p.m. In order to be eligible for the program, families must receive a referral from their Squadron Commander or First Sergeant, a Chaplain, a physician, Family Advocacy personnel, Airman & Family Readiness Center personnel or a Child Development Center/Youth supervisor. For details on this Year of the Air Force Family expanded program or to sign up, call 882-9060.
Story Time for preschoolers Story time for preschoolers is held on Tuesdays at 9:30 a.m. in the Library's children's room for ages 2-4 years. Come and join the fun – stories, crafts and other special activities! On March 9, we'll celebrate Dr. Seuss's birthday with a visit from the "Cat in the Hat." 882-5016.
Book Talk: Third Culture Kids Parents, caregivers and friends of military kids are invited to this book talk about "Third Culture Kids" by David C. Pollock and Ruth E. Van Reken. Event will be held at 6 p.m. March 18 at the Library. Guest speaker is Jennifer Paveglio, family counselor and Third Culture Kid. Third Couture kids are those who have spent some of their growing up years in a foreign country and experience a sense of belonging to their passport country when they return to it. Because of the self-sufficiency of military bases and the distinctiveness of military culture, even those military brats who never lived abroad can be isolated to some degree from the civilian culture of their "home" country. Copies of the book are available for checkout at the Eglin Library. 882-5016
Operation Fit Kids Operation Fit Kids is a fitness program developed for the School Age Program's youth. The program rewards the youth with points for participating in daily fitness and health activities. Participants chart their health and fitness progress and display their accomplishments for the entire program to see. The youth will earn prizes for each level of participation. Each participant is also registered in the Fit Factor system to accumulate points in that program also. As of the new Fit Factor year, Eglin youth are drastically ahead of all other AFMC bases. If your child is not registered, register them now and let's be first in Air Force. Don't forget to log those points! Go to www.afgetfit.com to register. 882-8291
Fitness & recreation St. Patrick's Day Fitness event Do you have what it takes to be called Eglin's Fittest? Find out by participating in our annual St. Patrick's Day Fitness Event on March 17 at 8 a.m. at the East Gate Track. Teams of four are tested on running, push-ups, sit-ups and other physical activities to see which squadron will be titled the "Fittest." The event is open to active duty military personnel from each of the squadrons on base including assigned squadron DoD personnel and spouses of military members. Teams will consist of seven people of which five are competing team members: one team captain (non competitor) to annotate individual and team score; one PTL (non competitor) to judge and help with scoring and judging other squadrons; three men (competitors), one of which is at least age 35; and, two women (competitors) any age. 100 penalty points will be assessed for age category infraction. Teams may register at the Fitness Center through March 15. For information, contact SSgt. Gray at 882-5146.
Parent, child work out area available A Parent/Child work out area is available at the Eglin Fitness Annex for children under the age of nine. The area includes several pieces of cardio equipment for the parents and an enclosed area set aside for children with various toys and a TV with DVD capabilities. This space is designated for parents to work out while still watching their children. Parents are asked to keep their children within eyesight at all times for safety reasons. The parent/child area is available for use during normal annex hours, Monday – Friday from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. For information, call 883-9127.
Dive flight plans events On Saturday, March 27, the Dive Flight will hold its annual the Underwater Easter Egg Hunt at Post'l Point. The Dive Flight is also sponsoring a multi-day dive trip to the Florida Keys, a reef and wrecks tour starting April 25. For details, contact Robert Hyde at padipro@cox.net.
Aero Club hosts Dauphin Island trip The Aero Club invites you to join them on a trip to Dauphin Island for lunch on Sunday, March 14. Trip departs Eglin at 9 a.m. and departs Dauphin Island around 1 p.m. Cost is $60 for transportation plus cost of lunch. For information or to book your flight, contact the Eglin Aero Club at 882-5148.
Gate-to-Gate Run/Walk and My First Tri Mark your calendar now for these two open-to-the-public annual events. The Gate-to-Gate Run/Walk is slated for Memorial Day, May 31 at 7:30 a.m. My First Tri will be held on June 19, 7 a.m. Check www.active.com for updates for early registration as the dates approach. 882-6223
ITT Lucky 7-11 Casino Trip A Lucky 7-11 casino trip is planned for March 14 to the Beau Rivage. Cost is $7 per person or two people for $11 and includes transportation and $15 in free play incentives. Trip departs Eglin ITT at 7 a.m. and returns about 7 p.m. Sign up now. 882-5930.
Cruise for lowest price In today's economy with fluctuating prices, Eglin ITT assures its customers the best price on cruises. Once you've signed up, your cruise price will not increase before your sail date. If ITT finds that the price of your cruise drops prior to sail date, they can secure a refund or additional ship credit for you depending on cruise line policy. It's just one of the addend benefits of shopping with a travel agency dedicated to delivering the best product at the best price! Another benefit – sign up early and take advantage of the easy payment plan. 882-5930.
Walt Disney World tickets Walt Disney World is saluting the Armed Forces by offering U.S. military personnel - active duty, retired and activated reserve - a specially priced 4-Day Salute Ticket. The new promotion period for the 4-Day Salute Ticket is now through July 31 with tickets fully expiring Sept. 30. In addition to the ticket for the military member, up to five additional tickets may be purchased for family or friends who accompany the military member. Cost for additional tickets is 4-Day Salute Base, adult or child $99; 4-Day SaluteHopper or 4-Day Salute Base with 4 Fun & More Options, adult or child $125 each; or, 4-Day Salute Hopper with 4 Fun & More Options, adult or child $151 each. This represents a savings of over $100 on some tickets. Black-out dates for all gated attractions March 27-April 9 and July 3-4 for Magic Kingdom only. Full details are available at ITT or visit their Web page at www.eglinforcesupport.com.
Free Seven-Day Ticket to Universal Universal is offering one free ticket to all U.S. military members – active duty, retirees, National Guard and Reservists. The complimentary ticket for military members is a two-park, unlimited admission seven-day pass. A companion ticket will be available for purchase by family and friends for $94 each. There is no limit on the quantity of companion tickets that can be purchased. The two-park, unlimited admission ticket entitlements include valid admission to Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure for seven consecutive days and CityWalk venues for seven consecutive nights. Tickets must be signed and used by the same person on any and all days. Military receiving a complimentary ticket must sign a mandatory form at ITT which will be used to activate their ticket at the gate. Ticket expiration date is March 26, 2010. 882-5930
Summer Vacation Cruise Cruise departs Mobile on July 17 for a 5-day cruise aboard Carnival's Elation. Itinerary includes Cozumel and Pregresso, Yucatan. Cost is $528 per person based on double occupancy inside cabin and $578 per person, double occupancy outside cabin. Price includes $100 ship credit. $50 deposit required when reservation is made.
Education UWF Management Fundamentals offered Coming Spring 2010, UWF will offer Management Fundamentals on Eglin AFB Wednesday evenings at 5:30 p.m., in building 251. Management Fundamentals (MAN3025) is a core course requirement for the management degree program. For information or to register, contact Deborah Cluff at 850-678-32727 or e-mail dcluff@uwf.edu.
ERAU Spring term registration Spring-3 term runs March 22 through May 23 with registration beginning Feb. 23. Embry-Riddle offers Associate, Bachelor and Master Degrees in Aeronautics and Management, and is a proud participant in the Post-9/11 GI Bill Yellow Ribbon program. For information, visit www.erau.edu/fortwaltonbeach or call 850-678-3137.
Community Women's self defense class A free Women's self defense class is from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. March 6 at Fitness for Everybody Gym, 109 Hughes Street, Fort Walton Beach. Master Joe Cayer teaches how to reduce risk of becoming a victim, awareness and streetwise tactical maneuvers. Topics cover prevention and personal protection. Dress comfortably in loose clothing and sneakers. Preferred ages are 12 and up. No maximum age; great for older adults and teens. Everyone must sign a waiver at the door to participate. For information, contact Ashley Bailey Okaloosa County Sheriff's Office 850-651-7153 abailey@sheriff-okaloosa.org or Cpl. Traci Randolph Fort Walton Beach Police Department (850) 699-7807 or (850) 833-9558.
Concert4Haiti, Vendor Opportunity The Okaloosa County Branch, NAACP is planning a Concert in the Park to benefit Haiti from noon till 6 p.m. March 14 at the Fort Walton Beach Landing, Fort Walton Beach, Florida, and vendor opportunities are available. To be a vendor at this event you must contact the Greater Fort Walton Beach Chamber of Commerce at (850) 244-8191.
Dinner to celebrate Kennedy, King On March 13 the Okaloosa County Democratic Executive Committee will host a special dinner to celebrate the legacy of two American icons – President, John F. Kennedy and Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Well-known actor turned business entrepreneur, Wayne M. Rogers will be the guest speaker for the evening. Rogers played Trapper John in the highly successful television series M*A*S*H*, was a Broadway Producer, and is now an investment contributor to a television network program. Rogers earned a Bachelor of Arts Degree from Princeton University and served in the Navy for three years. He has been involved in numerous investment activities for over forty years and is the founder of and marketing director for the Premier Community Bank of the Emerald Coast. Rogers has served as a National Chairman of Easter Seals and as a member of the Executive Committee of both the Arthritis Foundation and the Juvenile Diabetes Foundation. The event will begin at 6 p.m., in the K building Mall, at the Northwest Florida State College in Niceville. Tickets are $48 and are available by calling (850)897-5246 or (850)678-1349.
CIC to host golf tournament Support Children in Crisis by playing in the 4th annual Children's Neighborhood Charity Golf Tournament Friday, March 12 at the Fort Walton Beach Golf Club on the Pines Course. Check in and lunch is at 11 a.m. with a noon shotgun start. Cost is $75 per person. There will be prizes and awards. All proceeds go to benefit The CIC Children's Neighborhood. For information or to register, call 850-864-4242 or visit www.childrenincrisisfl.org.
Art, Science of Job Search seminar Jobs Plus will hold a seminar series now through March 25 beginning at 5:30 p.m. at JobsPlus One-Stop Career Center, 212 N. Wilson Street, Crestview. JobsPlus and the Workforce Development Board of Okaloosa and Walton Counties will conduct the seminar series "The Art and Science of Job Search – What your competition doesn't know". The Seminar Series "capstone" will be an employer question and answer panel. At the conclusion of the panel session there will be an opportunity to network. ï¬ March 18 – Negotiating & Job Retention ï¬ March 25 – Employer Question and Answer Panel There is no cost to attend The Art and Science of Job Search seminar series. However, seating is limited. Reserve a seat by calling 850-833-7587 ext. 211 or e-mail jmcdaniel@jobsplus02.com.
Schools seek mentors/tutors Okaloosa County Schools are looking for volunteers to mentor and tutor students of Choctawhatchee and Crestview High Schools. Interested persons should contact Elaine Anderson at (850) 833-5815 or David Wheeler at (850) 882-5850.
Panhandle Job Fair set for April 15 The Panhandle Job Fair Foundation will host the Spring Panhandle Job Fair April 15 at Northwest Florida Fairgrounds, 1958 Lewis Turner Blvd, Fort Walton Beach. The job fair will be from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. The job fair is free. Seminars will be offered on federal job applications, resume writing, interviewing techniques, and job search strategies. Complete information is available at www.panhandlejobfair.com. Employers will have access to military members from the five Air Force and Naval installations in the area in addition to military veterans and civilian jobseekers. Employers may register at www.panhandlejobfair.com or by email panhandlejobfair@cox.net. Registration proceeds from employers will benefit Take Stock in Children. To submit an item for the briefs, e-mail us at news@eglindispatch.com. Deadline for Friday's edition is noon Monday. Five Filters featured article: Chilcot Inquiry. Available tools: PDF Newspaper, Full Text RSS, Term Extraction. |
| Job done, Lutz to retire - Detroit Free Press Posted: 04 Mar 2010 07:04 AM PST Lutz had planned to make the announcement today but news of his departure spread from Geneva, Switzerland, where he was attending the auto show, to Detroit faster than any of the hot cars he developed over his long career at GM, Chrysler and Ford. "The influence Bob Lutz has had on GM's commitment to design, build and sell the world's best vehicles will last for years to come," Whitacre said. "I, along with many other men and women in GM and throughout the industry, have greatly benefited from his passion, wisdom and guidance." There was a time when Lutz was considered the outsider and he was the one pushing for change at GM. That was nearly a decade ago and before GM's bankruptcy last summer that ushered in government ownership and Whitacre. "Mr. Lutz was an outsider but he was the old-line automotive guy, who liked to run his own show ... and had considerably more power under (former CEO Fritz) Henderson. When Mr. Whitacre came on board, that power was gradually reeled in," said Sheldon Stone, a restructuring expert at Amherst Partners. It will be Lutz's second attempt to retire from GM. Roughly a year ago, Lutz, now 78, announced plans to leave at the end of 2009. But those plans were shelved as GM emerged from bankruptcy in July and he was given a new assignment as vice chairman of marketing. Then in December, Whitacre, having just assumed the role of CEO, announced that Lutz would be an adviser to him. Lutz's outspoken style seemed at odds with Whitacre. As the new CEO reorganized the company, Lutz's place became unclear. Many in Detroit credit Lutz for turning around GM's product lineup by pushing aside bean counters and restoring emphasis on quality and design. He was beloved by many inside GM who credit him for launching their careers. Others, however, looked at his views on global warming -- he called it a crock -- and other outspoken comments as evidence that he was part of an old Detroit culture that needed to evolve to a modern era. However, he also championed development of the Chevrolet Volt, an electric-drive car that's slated to hit the market later this year and could help improve GM's image. In February 2009, when he announced his first plan to retire, Lutz told the Free Press he was looking forward to spending time with his family. "I'm going to be 77. Ninety years old is only 13 years away. You start thinking, 'Wait a minute, if I don't retire soon, when the heck am I going to start going on motorcycle trips and visiting my daughter in Chicago and driving to Florida ... as opposed to being constantly on airplanes?' " Lutz said at the time. Contact TIM HIGGINS: thiggins@freepress.com Five Filters featured article: Chilcot Inquiry. Available tools: PDF Newspaper, Full Text RSS, Term Extraction. |
| Speech by Mr. Takanobu Ito President and CEO, Honda Motor Co. - The Auto Chanel Posted: 04 Mar 2010 03:01 AM PST GENEVA – March 4, 2010: Good morning, Ladies and Gentlemen. I am very pleased to join you today at the Geneva Motorshow. I would like to talk about Honda's vision of the future, by linking it to our past. Honda began life more than 60 years ago as a maker of motorcycles. But we weren't strictly a motorcycle company. In the post-war era, the people of Japan needed basic mobility. And the first product Soichiro Honda created was a bicycle equipped with a small engine. From that humble beginning, we now offer many different products to meet the needs of our customers: cars, motorcycles, lawnmowers, marine engines. One of our smallest creations is the U3-X, the omni-directional electric monocycle you have just seen. And the largest one is also our fastest, the HondaJet. While the products have changed, our fundamental goal as a company has remained the same for the last 60 years and beyond. We will continue to supply mobility products that offer our customers fun and convenience. And to achieve this, we must create mobility that also meets society's green needs with a dramatic reduction of CO2 emissions. FCX Clarity and SHS Recently, we developed a very compact solar hydrogen station. By creating a new high differential pressure electrolyser, Honda engineers were able to completely eliminate the compressor. This new system is 25 % more efficient, and is compact enough to be used in the home. So, my answer to the question is, "why not produce hydrogen in your home?" 3R-C and EV-N Hybrid Expansion CR-Z In the late 80s, I was in charge of body development for the Honda NSX, the world's first all aluminium, mass production sports car. Our challenge was to build a car with all-aluminium construction to improve both efficiency and dynamics. With the CR-Z, the challenge of our engineers was still to create a car with great dynamics and fuel efficiency. CR-Z is a new kind of hybrid. Of course, it is a hybrid car that uses petrol and electricity. But more than that, it is a hybrid of a sporty car and an eco car. Given the different driving characteristics offered by the 3-mode drive system, once you are behind the wheel, you can choose sporty driving or eco driving at your will. I am proud to present to you the CR-Z, a new hybrid that offers both fun and fuel efficiency in one dynamic package! Thank you for your attention. Five Filters featured article: Chilcot Inquiry. Available tools: PDF Newspaper, Full Text RSS, Term Extraction. This posting includes an audio/video/photo media file: Download Now |
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