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Ahead of its much anticipated launch, Mazda has revealed grades and pricing for the Brand-New Mazda CX-8 Diesel.
Arriving to Australian dealerships in July, Mazda's diesel-only seven-seat SUV combines versatility, style, comfort and safety, with excellent performance and efficiency.
Brand-New Mazda CX-8 is exclusively powered by Mazda's advanced 140kW 2.2L SKYACTIV-D twin-turbo diesel engine, which also delivers a huge 450Nm of torque and outstanding fuel economy.
Offered in two model grades, there are three variants of the Brand New Mazda CX-8 Diesel available, starting with Sport FWD, Sport AWD and the range topping Asaki AWD.
With a wide range of i-ACTIVSENSE safety technologies offered as standard, paired with the inherent quality of a Mazda, the value-packed SUV starts from $42,490* for the entry level Sport FWD. The Sport AWD variant will retail from $46,490*, while the Asaki will start at $61,490*.
Managing Director of Mazda Australia, Vinesh Bhindi, said the Brand-New Mazda CX-8 Diesel is a compelling offering for customers looking to upsize into an SUV.
"Brand-New Mazda CX-8 shares the uncompromising quality, style, comfort and safety features that customers know and expect of a Mazda," he said.
"This, paired with the efficiency and economy of the most advanced SKYACTIV diesel engine on offer, makes the Mazda CX-8 an enticing proposition for Australians needing an added level of versatility."
The Brand-New Mazda CX-8 Diesel will go on sale from July 2018. For more information or to find your closest dealer, visit www.mazda.com.au.
*Manufacturer's List Price.
Brand-New Mazda CX-8 Diesel Price list:
|Sport FWD
|Sport AWD
|Asaki AWD
Australasia's independent vehicle safety authority, ANCAP, has released a 3 star ANCAP safety rating for revised Ford Mustang models following a specification upgrade to improve its safety performance.
Following the publication of a 2 star ANCAP safety rating for the Ford Mustang in January 2017, Ford has revised the specification of its Mustang for the right-hand-drive Australian and New Zealand markets, resulting in an upgrade to 3 stars.
"Improvements have been made to the Mustang's Safety Assist features as well as tuning to restraint systems," said ANCAP Chief Executive, James Goodwin.
The following equipment is now fitted as standard:
- Autonomous emergency braking (AEB) – City, Interurban and Vulnerable Road User
- Forward collision warning (FCW)
- Lane support system (LSS) – lane departure warning & lane keeping assist
These changes see an increased Safety Assist score of 61 per cent - improved from an original 16 per cent, and an increased Pedestrian Protection score – rising from 64 per cent to 78 per cent.
"Structurally however, the revised Ford Mustang is identical to the Mustang we originally rated, meaning it still falls short of our expectations in the areas of Adult Occupant and Child Occupant Protection."
"The inclusion of driver assistance aids such as AEB and lane keep assist is a definite step in the right direction, yet these upgrades have neglected to address the injury risk posed to rear seat occupants as well as whiplash protection," Goodwin said.
The revised Ford Mustang enters Australian and New Zealand markets 12 months after revised left-hand-drive models were made available for the European market.
The 3 star ANCAP safety rating applies to Fastback (V8 and EcoBoost coupe) variants built from December 2017. Fastback variants sold from December 2015 through to those built in December 2017 hold a 2 star ANCAP safety rating. Other variants are unrated.
The 2018.5MY Ford Transit Custom one-tonne commercial vehicle is now in showrooms with a bold new exterior design, a redesigned car-like interior and enhanced connectivity for Australian innovators and entrepreneurs.
The updated Transit Custom now features standard SYNC 3, reversing camera and front/rear parking sensors, with the availability of new Driver Assist Technologyii including AEB, Adaptive Cruise Control and BLIS adding to the Transit Custom's car-like comfort and features that have seen it awarded Medium Van of the Year at the inaugural Drive.com.au Commercial of the Year.
"Transit Custom now offers van customers key driver assistance features such as AEB and BLIS," said Ford Australia President and CEO, Graeme Whickman. "We've worked on bringing car-like drivability and features, such as SYNC 3, to Transit Custom, while maintaining high levels of safety, carrying and towing capabilities. We're also extremely grateful that the team at Drive.com.au has independently rated it as the best van in its class at Commercial of the Year."
Transit Custom has recorded 41-per cent growth year-on-year in Australia, following significant upgrades in 2017. In addition to the new optional Technology Pack including AEB, changes for 2018 include a five-year, unlimited kilometre warranty across all buyer types, with Transit
Custom's car-like comfort, safety and features enhanced to bring Australians more choice, greater equipment levels and new technology.
Ford Transit Custom: Smart, smarter, smartest Transit Custom offers a high level of standard Safety and Driver Assist Technology including six airbags (driver, front passenger, front side-curtain and front-side seat airbags) and a comprehensive Dynamic Stability Control system. This features Side-wind Stabilization and Load Adaptive Control which helps improve drivability and reduce driver stress levels when the Transit Custom is heavily laden, while Rollover Mitigation, Trailer Sway Control, and Hill Launch Assist also make life on the road with a fully-loaded Transit Custom easier and more manageable.
Transit Custom introduces a new optional Technology Pack that features additional Safety and Driver Assist Technology:
- Pre-Collision Assist (AEB) with Pedestrian Detection. Equipped with the latest radar and camera technologies, the system is even designed to help with the detection of pedestrians at night when they are illuminated by the vehicle's headlamps.
- Blind Spot Information System
- Rear Cross Traffic Alert
- Adaptive Cruise Control
- Lane Departure Warning with Driver Alert
- Auto High Beam
- Auto Headlamps
- Rain-Sensing Wipers
- Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
- High-series 4.2-inch colour cluster screen
- MyKey
- Heated Windshield
"The offering of Autonomous Emergency Braking is an important step for the Van segment which is currently lagging well behind passenger cars when it comes to active safety features," said ANCAP CEO, James Goodwin. "Ford is to be commended for making this step. Although it is an option, I urge customers to select this important safety technology that will help them and other road users."
The Transit Custom's optional Technology Pack provide several useful functions which are particularly beneficial for commercial vehicle users.
The Blind Spot Information System, using rear-facing radar sensors, is designed to aid in the detection of passing vehicles that may have entered or are approaching the blind spot zone, and alerts the driver with a warning light in the corresponding door mirror. The Transit Custom introduces a new Variable Rear Range feature, which provides drivers with an earlier warning if it detects that the passing vehicle is approaching with a higher closing speed. The updated model also has the latest generation sensors, with increased range and improved capabilities that include the ability to detect motorcycles.
Rear Cross Traffic Alert uses the same sensors and is designed to warn drivers reversing out of a parking space of vehicles or bicycles that may soon be crossing behind them, alerting them with an audible warning, a message in the instrument cluster, and a warning light in the door mirror. Activated when drivers select reverse gear, the system is ideal for vans that often have restricted visibility to the rear and sides when exiting a parking space. This feature works in conjunction with Transit Custom's standard 8.0-inch full-colour reversing camera and rear-parking sensors.
Dynamic styling and cabin for the perfect mobile office
The 2018.5MY Transit Custom has a dynamic and professional new front-end appearance that shares the same design DNA as Ford's latest passenger cars, with a high-mounted trapezoidal grille and dynamic, slim headlamps. Daytime running lamps and front fog lamps are now standard, and the new covered sliding door track enhances the Transit Custom's road presence.
The refreshed model maintains the Transit reputation for delivering generous load-carrying ability, with innovative loadspace features such as the load-through hatch in the bulkhead for extra-long items, and the standard integrated roof rack that can be folded away when not in use.
New for 2018.5MY, Transit Custom is offered in Australia with a high roof option for the first time on both SWB and LWB variants, providing customers with the ability to further increase the vehicle's impressive load-carrying ability. Additionally, factory-fitted windows are now available on both single and dual side load door executions. Customers can continue to customise their Transit Custom to suit their needs, with more than 100 exterior colours available to choose from, and new optional 16" alloy wheels.
The cabin interior is completely new, with an instrument panel based on Ford's new interior design philosophy which offers an attractive, user-centric layout that is influenced by consumer interactions with smart devices and tablets.
Based around strong horizontal design elements that emphasize the width of the cabin, the new instrument panel features attractive and hard-wearing materials, and is packed with practical touches designed for drivers who treat the cabin like a mobile office during long working hours in their vehicle.
The new design further improves the interior stowage, with up to 25 litres of space offered in the instrument panel alone, including three convenient open bins on its upper surface with space for clipboards or mobile devices, and generous glove box stowage capable of storing hanging A4 files in the lower closed compartment.
Further new practical features include a fold-out cup holder beneath the gear lever, adding to the cup holders and two-litre bottle holders at each end of the instrument panel. The door panels have also been completely redesigned for improved stowage and usability, with three large stowage spaces and a practical new grab handle integrated with the decorative door trim.
For the driver, all-new displays and control panels have been designed for enhanced ergonomics and ease of use, featuring a floating, tablet-inspired 8.0-inch colour touchscreen with Ford's SYNC 3 communications and entertainment system that can be operated with pinch and swipe gestures.
SYNC 3 enables Transit Custom drivers to control audio, navigation and connected compatible smartphones using simple, conversational voice commands. Simply by pushing a button and saying "I need fuel", "I need a coffee", or "find an address", drivers can locate nearby fuel stations, cafés, or the location of their next job. SYNC 3 has even been developed to recognise the Australian accent for voice commands, and is compatible with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto™iii. USB and 12-volt power sockets are located in the upper stowage bin in front of the driver, and alongside the gear lever, for easy device charging.
Satellite-navigation is available as an option with a Manufacturer's List Price of $600*, however the 2018.5MY Transit Custom launches with a special recommended offer where this feature is included at no extra cost across all buyer types.
All-day comfort is further enhanced by new seat designs featuring revised foam padding and geometry for optimised support, while trim materials have been completely renewed throughout the cabin, with a focus on outstanding quality, durability and appearance. This includes seat fabrics that have been subjected to Ford's toughest ever abrasion tests.
On the move, standard features making the day easier for Transit Custom include Cruise Control with Adjustable Speed Limiting Device, leather-wrap steering wheel, power windows with one-touch up/down operation for the driver and remote central locking.
Transit: The Automatic Choice Chosen as the first-ever Drive.com.au Medium Van of the Year, Transit Custom has built in significant upgrades introduced in 2017. A new highly-advanced, new-generation turbodiesel was introduced to Australian customers, teamed with a 6-speed automatic, delivering new levels of refinement, comfort and broadening Transit's customer appeal that has seen a 41-per cent increase in Australian sales in the past 12 months.
Transit Custom: for the long-haul Australian Transit Custom buyers benefit from Ford's best in class (light commercial vehicles) standard warranty of five-year, unlimited kilometre warranty. Importantly, Transit Custom's five-year warranty is available to all buyer-types, and adds to a comprehensive after sales package available to eligible customers at participating dealers, including Ford's Service Price Promise, Loan Car Program and MapCare data updates on sat-nav equipped models.
The Transit Custom also features long 30,000km / 12 month service intervals, allowing drivers to stay on the road longer in between services.
Ford Transit Custom Manufacturers List Pricing Recommended Manufacturer List Prices (MLP)* for 2018.5MY Transit Custom and available options:
Transit Custom
300S SWB 2.0L Ford EcoBlue 6MT (new)
300S SWB 2.0L Ford EcoBlue 6MT - High Roof (new)
300S SWB 2.0L Ford EcoBlue 6AT
300S SWB 2.0L Ford EcoBlue 6AT - High Roof (new)
340L LWB 2.0L Ford EcoBlue 6MT
340L LWB 2.0L Ford EcoBlue 6MT - High Roof (new)
340L LWB 2.0L Ford EcoBlue 6AT
340L LWB 2.0L Ford EcoBlue 6AT - High Roof (new)
* This is the manufacturer's list price for the vehicle only. A number of other components, including a dealer delivery fee, stamp duty, registration, compulsory third party insurance and other statutory charges may be payable by a customer in relation to the purchase of this vehicle. The final transaction price for the vehicle will be as negotiated by the customer with their chosen Ford Dealer.
|Ford Transit Custom Options
Prestige Paint
SVO Paint
High Roof (new)
$1,500 (included in MLPs above)
Technology Pack (new)
Satellite Navigation
Rear Cargo Door Liftgate
Rear Side Window (on side load door) (new)
Dual Side Load Doors
Dual Side Load Doors with Rear Side Windows (new)
16-inch alloy wheels (new)
* Recommended MLP only. As always, the offer price of any vehicle or option is entirely at the discretion of the Dealer. Prices shown exclude Dealer delivery and statutory charges.
i Not all SYNC® 3 features are compatible with all phones. For compatibility, see ford.com.au/sync. Local laws may prohibit the use of some functions. Apple CarPlay is a trademark of Apple Inc. registered in the US and other countries. Android Auto is a trademark of Google Inc.
ii Driver-assist features are supplemental and do not replace the driver's attention, judgment and need to control the vehicle. May not operate in some driving and road conditions (including at certain speeds) or adverse weather.
iii Not all SYNC® 3 features are compatible with all phones. For compatibility, see ford.com.au/sync. Local laws may prohibit the use of some functions. Apple CarPlay is a trademark of Apple Inc. registered in the US and other countries. Android Auto is a trademark of Google Inc.
Citroen's stand-out C3 Shine hatch will be available from $23,990 drive-away – representing up-to $3,000 in savings over the standard drive-away price. Available on all MY18 vehicles, the Citroen C3 hatch features a range of innovative styling a multi-award winning turbo-petrol drivetrain and a world-first safety feature in the form of Citroen's unique ConnectedCam.
Available in a single, highly specified shine model the new Citroen C3 features as standard:
- 81kW PureTech turbo-petrol S&S engine with EAT6 6-speed auto
- Safety Pack:
- Lane Departure Warning System
- Speed Limit Recognition and Recommendation
- Driver Attention Alert
- Mirror screen (Apple CarPlay™, Android Auto and MirrorLink®)
- 7-inch capacitive touchscreen
- Front, side and curtain airbags
- 17-inch diamond cut 'CROSSWAY' alloy wheels
- Reversing camera
- Rear parking sensors
- Automatic headlights and windscreen wipers
- Climate control
- Airbump®
- Bluetooth™ + USB
- Speed Sign Recognition and Recommendation
- Bi-tone Onyx Black roof (not available with Perla Nera Black)
- Five-year, unlimited kilometre warranty
Available as no cost options (subject to availability) include:
- 17-inch diamond cut 'CROSSWAY BLACK' alloy wheels
- Body-coloured roof
- Bi-tone Opal White roof (not available with Polar White)
- Bi-tone Sport Red roof (not available with Ruby Red)
Further customisation is available via six options including;
- Almond green solid paint: $290
- Metallic paint: $590
- Urban Red interior atmosphere: $150
- Hype Colorado interior atmosphere: $400
- Citroën ConnectedCAM® $600
- Panoramic glass roof: $600
Comfort and design is backed by segment-first and world-first safety features including Citroen's unique 'Airbump' technology and an available Citroën ConnectedCAM®, an on-board HD camera making all-new C3 the first vehicle to feature a factory-fitted 'dash-cam' that also lets drivers share their road trip photos and videos directly to the Cloud.
Standard segment-first safety features on all-new C3 include Traffic Sign Speed Recognition and Recommendation and Lane Departure Warning.
Wide, comfortable seats, easy-to-use technology and a comfortable drive are all-new C3's hallmarks.
A choice of 33 exterior colour combinations (subject to availability) punctuates the comfort and technology focus with customers able to choose from nine body and three roof colours.
Linked to this expansive colour palette are coloured highlights applied to door mirrors, fog lamp surrounds, Airbump and rear quarter panels, all matched to the roof colour.
Additionally, all Citroen feature a five-year, unlimited kilometre warranty and five-year roadside assist program.
Mazda has released its most refined Mazda6 yet, offering more power, better efficiency, enhanced comfort and safety, all delivered in a sophisticated package that evokes mature elegance.
Available in Australia from June, New Mazda6 has been thoroughly reengineered from the outside in. Showcasing an evolution in Mazda's KODO design language, advanced engine and safety technologies, and superior craftsmanship, New Mazda6 raises the bar.
On both sedan and wagon models, updates to the exterior achieve a more mature expression of elegance for New Mazda6, broadening the car's stance and lowering its visual centre of gravity.
The centre of the grille's bottom edge sits lower than before, with a new intricate mesh pattern replacing the chrome fins of the previous Mazda6. The new grille also sits deeper within the surround, giving the face a more sculpted look. The LED headlamps now integrate fog lamps to give the car a sharp, wide, lighting signature.
At the rear, painted surfaces now extend further down the body, giving a taut and high-quality appearance. The sedan also sports a new design for the boot lid's rear-facing section, while the exhaust pipes have been repositioned toward the outer edges of the bumper and their diameter has been increased, further emphasising width and a low centre of gravity. Newly designed 17 and 19-inch alloy wheels complement the upgraded appearance.
Inside, the considered and deliberate touch of craftsmanship elevates the cabin environment, realising a more high-quality look, feel and atmosphere.
On the top grade Atenza model, Mazda introduces a sumptuous new Walnut Brown nappa leather, paired with Sen wood accents and UltraSuede ® NU trim, appearing on the doors and dashboard.
Other interior changes include fully redesigned front seats that are wider and use high-density, vibration-absorbing urethane foam for a firm, supportive seating surface designed to maintain the spine's natural S-shape. The rear seats have also been redesigned with high-density urethane foam for greater comfort.
In a first for the Mazda, the Atenza model gets front seat ventilation which draws warm, moist air away from the backs of the driver and front passenger to keep them cool.
Under its stylish exterior, New Mazda6 adds power and torque across the powertrain line-up, and introduces the award-winning SKYACTIV-G 2.5T turbocharged petrol engine.
Offering 170kW of power and a huge 420Nm of torque, the SKYACTIV-G 2.5T is renowned for its rapid power delivery and prodigious torque courtesy of its Dynamic Pressure Turbo, which pushes exhaust fumes through a narrow inlet to quickly spool-up the turbocharger from low engine speeds before opening a larger secondary passage.
The more advanced SKYACTIV-D 2.2 twin-turbo diesel engine is also available for New Mazda6, alongside the torquey SKYACTIV-G 2.5 petrol engine, which now features cylinder deactivation. Both engines have seen significant revision, with further SKYACTIV technologies applied to improve performance and real-word fuel efficiency.
Bolstering its safety credentials, New Mazda6 comes standard with a wider range of i-ACTIVESENSE safety technologies, including Mazda Radar Cruise Control with Stop & Go (MRCC), to provide superior driver support and peace of mind in Mazda's flagship passenger car.
The top-grade Atenza model adds Mazda's new 360° View Monitor, offering extra visibility to help drivers avoid potentially dangerous situations, and a new seven-inch TFT LCD display screen in the centre of the instrument cluster to dynamically display information depending on the driver's needs.
The SKYACTIV chassis and body have also been revised to deliver a smoother and more linear drive, at the same time reducing NVH levels to achieve a quiet cabin environment that enhances conversation clarity among occupants.
Managing Director of Mazda Australia, Vinesh Bhindi, said New Mazda6 sets a new standard for the segment, taking a step up in class and refinement.
"Mazda6 has long been a firm favourite with discerning drivers and these latest upgrades take it above the mainstream sedan fray, changing the idea of what an affordable, value-packed midsize sedan or wagon can and should be," he said.
Priced between $32,490 and $50,090*, there are 14 variants of New Mazda6 available, with a choice between two stylish body types: wagon and sedan, and four model grades: Sport, Touring, GT and Atenza.
*Denotes Manufacturer's List Price (MLP).
New Mazda6 Pricing
|Body Type
|Old MLP
|New MLP
|2.5L Petrol
|$ 32,490
|2.5L Petrol
|$ 33,790
|2.5L Petrol
|$ 37,290
|2.2L Diesel
|$ 40,140
|2.5L Petrol
|$ 38,590
|2.2L Diesel
|$ 41,440
|2.5L Turbo Petrol
|2.2L Diesel
|$ 45,540
|2.5L Turbo Petrol
|2.2L Diesel
|$ 46,840
|2.5L Turbo Petrol
|2.2L Diesel
|$ 48,240
|2.5L Turbo Petrol
|2.2L Diesel
|$ 49,540
Advanced powertrain options for New Mazda6
New Mazda6 buyers will have three engines to choose from, starting with the torquey, fuel-efficient SKYACTIV-G 2.5 naturally-aspirated engine.
With 140kW of power and 252Nm of torque, this 2.5-litre, four-cylinder engine adds a greater level of refinement and comes with a host of upgrades, including cylinder deactivation which reduces internal friction and improves operating efficiency across the rev range.
Cylinder deactivation maximises fuel efficiency when the vehicle is operating at steady speeds, shutting-down the outside two cylinders. They come back on-line instantaneously when maximum performance is needed.
A centrifugal pendulum added to the six-speed SKYACTIV-DRIVE automatic transmission's torque converter counterbalances engine vibrations when running on two cylinders. The result is an imperceptible switchover between two and four-cylinder modes but a noticeable efficiency benefit.
GT and Atenza models both feature Mazda's award-winning SKYACTIV-G 2.5T turbocharged engine, a technological tour de force delivering 170kW of power at 5,000rpm and 420Nm of torque at just 2,000rpm, all on 91RON fuel rather than Premium petrol.
By using a small inlet port to force air into the turbocharger, Mazda's industry-first Dynamic Pressure Turbo delivers almost instantaneous boost. A secondary valve opens at higher engine speeds to increase airflow and maximise power.
A pulse-scavenging 4-3-1 manifold prevents exhaust back pressure and helps the engine breathe more freely.
Cooled exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) lowers combustion temperatures and prevents engine 'knock', reducing the need to dump more fuel into the cylinders to cool the engine.
Modern turbocharged engines are often mated to continuously variable automatic transmissions (CVT) and operate in a narrow efficiency band, sacrificing the oneness between driver and car – the highly-valued Jinba Ittai characteristic of all Mazda vehicles.
Mazda's six-speed SKYACTIV-DRIVE automatic transmission, standard with the SKYACTIV-G 2.5T engine, keeps its torque converter locked through most of its operation, giving a more connected sense of controllability than many other automatic transmissions.
Finally, the SKYACTIV-D 2.2 diesel engine, which has been given a power and torque boost, continues as an option on Touring grade models and above.
Now with a variable geometry twin-turbocharger, the diesel engine has a maximum power output of 140kW and maximum pulling power of 450Nm.
All three engines complement New Mazda6, with the naturally-aspirated petrol engine serving as an efficient and responsive powertrain, its turbocharged sibling amplifying the driving performance for which Mazdas are renowned and the diesel offering effortless, efficient long-distance driving.
Chassis development refined
In this latest round of changes to Mazda6, engineers have revisited every aspect of the SKYACTIV-CHASSIS, increasing its rigidity and tuning the suspension for smoother, more linear ride quality while at the same time lowering noise, vibration and harshness (NVH) levels.
The steering rack has been mounted rigidly to the chassis for greater responsiveness and changes to the roll-steer characteristics promote more neutral handling.
Revised suspension geometry compliments the revisions which bring both a smoother ride and improved dynamic performance without compromising comfort.
Other detail changes include body reinforcements, thicker sheet metal in the rear wheel-wells and trailing link mounts as well as extra chassis bracing, all helping to improve cabin sound quality and putting New Mazda6 into a different class when it comes to interior quietness and refinement.
The updated MY19 Ford Ranger will go on sale in September 2018 with a raft of focused improvements that build on Ranger's renowned off-road capability and on-road versatility. With upgrades across the line-up, Ranger also brings new technology including Inter- Urban Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB) with Vehicle Detection and Pedestrian Detectioni as standard on Ranger Wildtrak and optional as part of a Technology Pack on Ranger XLT, as well as Ford's new five-year unlimited kilometre warranty.
The MY19 Ranger offers new or standardised equipment over its predecessor, for improved convenience, safety and refinement. "We know that Australians in this segment are looking for value for money with genuine, real-world capability," said Graeme Whickman, President and CEO Ford Australia. "The MY19 Ranger delivers greater capability and improvements across the lineup from suspension upgrades to Autonomous Emergency Breaking."
While high on technology and capability, the MY19 will also benefit from an industry leading five-year, unlimited kilometre factory warranty offered at all Ford Dealerships across Australia. Importantly, Ranger's five-year warranty is available to all buyer types, with no exclusions or qualifications. Ranger also brings a complete cost- of-ownership transparency with Ford's Service Price Promise and Loan Car Program and Ranger models with SYNC 3iii may receive complementary map updates for up to seven years when they complete a scheduled service at a participating dealer. Additonal benefits include Ford's Low Price Tyre guarantee, which can also be taken advantage of at participating Ford Dealerships, means that Ranger customers can shop for new tyres with confidence at their local dealer.
MY19 Ford Ranger XL Series
The Ranger XL is the affordable, dependent workhorse made even more capable thanks to its targeted upgrades that focus on usability, livability and capability. XL benefits from the introduction of an easy-lift tailgate on all pick-up models. With a new internal mechanism, the XL's tailgate is now lighter to lift, with a 70-per cent reduction in initial force required to raise it for closing. Not only does this mechanism require less effort to lift, it also means that it's easier to lower.
Ranger's suspension has also been upgraded across the range to reduce and better control roll, with an emphasis on improving the driving experience when fully-laden and towing.
Offered in single-, super- and double-cab body styles, Ranger XL brings the flexibility and toughness of Ranger's ladder-frame chassis and Australian-led engineering and design in both 4x2 and 4x4 powertrains.
Standard equipment on MY19 Ford Ranger XL:
Ranger XL Powertrain options:
- 2.2L TDCi 6AT/6MT 118kW/385Nm
- 3.2L TDCi 6AT/6MT 147kW/470Nm
Ranger XL Exterior features:
- Easy-lift tailgate (pick-up only) (new to XL)
- Upgraded suspension (new to XL)
- Full-colour Rear-view camera (pick-up only)
- Rear parking sensors (pick-up only) (new to XL)
- 16-inch steel wheels
- Inner tie-downs (pick-up only)
- Load-rest (pick-up only)
Honda Australia has announced the full suite of Honda Sensing safety and driver-assist technologies will be fitted as standard equipment across all next-generation models. The rollout of Honda Sensing is in fact already underway, with more than 20 per cent of current model variants equipped with the advanced technology systems.
Honda Sensing is the exclusive intelligent suite of safety and driver-assist technologies currently available in Australia on the Honda Accord, Civic sedan, Civic hatch, CR-V and Odyssey.
Honda Australia Director, Stephen Collins, said: "Australian new car buyers are becoming increasingly aware of the latest safety technology in vehicles across the board but there is confusion on how they work.
"Honda is committed to bringing cars to the Australian market that are as competitively priced and value-packed as possible, and having the very best in safety technology is one of our highest priorities," he said.
"Honda is well known for its excellence in engineering and while we are not first to market with this technology, we strive to ensure we are best to market. I'm confident that our Honda Sensing package will provide Australian consumers with a system that is intuitive and effective in its role of driver assistance."
The results of a Honda-commissioned survey of 1,200 new car buyers intending to purchase in the next two years, showed that there is a significant opportunity and need to educate the market on the importance and benefit of crash prevention technology.
While customers generally understood airbags, anti-lock brakes and safe body structures, their knowledge of many of the newer safety technologies available was quite low.
Lane keeping assist/lane departure warning/lane change monitor and accident avoidance/collision detection/warning signal technologies were only top-of-mind with a small proportion of the surveyed new car intenders (12 per cent and 10 per cent respectively).
However, once educated on each technology, the market appeal for the advanced safety features increased significantly.
"It's clear that if you're talking about the customer – and Honda is focusing on this – you have to approach this type of safety technology with a customer education message," Collins said.
"With this knowledge we plan to stagger the rollout of Honda Sensing and at the same time educate customers, ensuring they walk the journey with us and understand how Honda Sensing will complement their driving experience."
Stemming from Honda's ethos of maximising human potential, Honda Sensing is designed to assist the driver in their role, not replace the driver in any way. Honda Sensing was born from the brand's global safety concept of 'Safety for Everyone' aiming to realise a collision-free society in which everyone, not only vehicle occupants, can share the roads safely.
Honda Sensing consists of six technologies all designed to assist and support the driver, while keeping driving fun.
The Honda Sensing suite includes:
- Forward Collision Warning (FCW)
- Collision Mitigation Braking System (CMBS)
- Lane Departure Warning (LDW)
- Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)
- Road Departure Mitigation System (RDM)
- Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow (LSF)
More than 20 per cent of current Honda model variants are already fitted with Honda Sensing as standard equipment.
Existing Honda model variants already fitted with Honda Sensing as standard equipment:
- Accord VTi-L and V6L
- Civic VTi-LX sedan
- Civic VTi-LX hatch
- CR-V VTi-LX
- Odyssey VTi-L
The MY19 Ford Everest brings significant upgrades and advanced technology including AEB, with an available state of the art powertrain for greater touring range and capability. Building on the award-winning Everest range, the MY19 Everest can now tow more (3,100kg), head further off-road and save fuel around town with the most fuel efficient, refined yet capable Everest to date.
The Australian-led design and engineering of Ford's most capable off-road SUV included extensive testing at Ford's You Yangs Proving Ground in Victoria. Everest has seen its off-road capability widely praised by 4x4 media and enthusiasts, with its Terrain Management System, tuned suspension, tyre and wheel package for each individual trim level. This thorough approach has also seen Everest's on-road manners and civility highly lauded, with its wide span of capability bringing Everest to a broader audience in an SUV-focused Australian market.
"Everest is still a relatively new nameplate in Australia, but we've seen a positive response from customers as we've honed the line-up based on their passionate feedback," said Graeme Whickman, President and CEO, Ford Australia. "The response has been fantastic, and we're grateful that our Australian-led designed and engineered Everest has become a choice for off-road enthusiasts as well as those looking to tow their weekend project. We've found Everest owners are a dedicated, passionate group, and we're pleased it evokes such a response."
The MY19 model builds on the success of the Everest line, which has won Drive's Best 4x4 award for 2015, 2016 and 2017, Drive 'Car of the Year' award for 2015 and 4x4 Australia's 4x4 of the Year 2016.
Efficiency, safety and savvy
The MY19 Everest continues to fulfil its role as a highly advanced technology-led SUV, with upgraded driver assistance features, equipment levels, and dynamics that allow it to feel nimble around town, yet remain a force to be reckoned with off road.
Ford's Pre-Collision Assist uses Inter-Urban Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB) with Pedestrian Detection and Vehicle Detection1 to detect pedestrians and objects, as well as vehicles, to bring the Everest to a complete stop, to help mitigate rear-end collisions and road-traffic collisions with pedestrians. The system, which functions at speeds above 3.6km/h, is new to Everest and standard on Trend and Titanium.
Keyless entry and push-button start comes standard across the MY19 Everest range, offering customers quicker engine starts, improved convenience and easier entry and exit, whilst Trend and Titanium also gain Ford's hands-free power tailgate, a feature already available on Ford Escape Trend and Titanium.
Everest continues to offer reversing camera and rear parking sensors as standard, and available Active Park Assist (APA), reducing stress by enabling semi-automatic parking. The driver needs only to apply the throttle and brakes, as the system steers the Everest into the parking space.
SYNC 32 with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto3 compatibility is now standard across the Everest range, including Bluetooth, an 8.0-inch full colour touchscreen and reversing camera.SYNC 3 enables use of Google Maps4 and Apple Maps, as well as standard in-built sat-nav for use when the Everest is beyond mobile coverage areas. The mapping system also features a 'breadcrumbs' feature, allowing an unmarked off-road route, for instance, to be mapped as it's traversed.
In addition, MY19 Everest may receive complimentary map updates for up to seven years when a scheduled service is completed at a participating dealer. Approximately 130,000 kilometres of new roads are constructed across Australia every year, quickly rendering mapping systems out of date. The map updates are included with Ford's comprehensive after-care offerings for Everest owners, including Ford's Free Loan Car Program and Service Price Promise. Any Everest delivered after May 1, 2018, receives a 5 year, unlimited kilometre warranty, as standard.
Function by design
The Everest's rugged design has been refined with a new grille treatment incorporating a secondary grille texture against Everest's chrome brightwork. HID headlights are now standard on Trend. Everest Titanium features a new 20-inch split-spoke alloy wheel design, while darker wheel accents further accentuate the machine cut surface of the alloy, adding more drama and a premium appearance.
Inside Everest's spacious cabin, a new ebony interior delivers a premium experience. Soft-touch surfaces in contact points around the cabin improve comfort and quality, whilst the new ebony interior theme brings greater depth and allows brightwork, contrast stitching and shadow chrome highlights to stand out more strongly than before.
State-of-the art powertrain
Optional on Trend, and standard on Titanium, Ford's new-generation Bi-Turbo diesel is coupled to an advanced 10-speed torque-convertor automatic to bring greater torque, improved flexibility and a quieter, more comfortable drive. With 500Nm from a low 1,750rpm, the Bi-Turbo delivers a greater torque spread, while the 10-speed's close ratios reduce gaps in power and acceleration to make steep, slippery hill-climbs, for instance, much easier. The Bi-Turbo offers a combined fuel economy of up to 6.9L/100km on Trend RWD.
The 3.2-litre TDCi Duratorq with six-speed automatic powertrain will continue as standard on Everest Ambiente and Everest Trend, offering solid, reliable capability at an attainable price.
"Everest fitted with the new Bi-Turbo and 10-speed automatic raises the bar when it comes to vehicle refinement and outright capability both on and off road," said Chief Program Engineer, Ford Everest, John Willems.
"Increased power and torque means we have more potential but it's the mating of the bi-turbo to our new 10-speed automatic that really provides access to, and the greatest use of, the Bi-Turbo's impressive output." he added.
A model of refinement
The MY19 Everest's enhanced off-road capabilities are matched by its manners on-road, delivering a significantly smoother, quieter passenger experience. All models take advantage of revised suspension geometry, which improves Everest's ride and handling for greater composure on- and off-road.
Cabin quietness is also assured thanks to Active Noise Cancellation (ANC). On the Bi-Turbo Trend and Titanium, engine and transmission noise is markedly quieter than the 3.2L Duratorq thanks to an engineering focus on quiet operation, as well as advanced sound insulation to ensure the Everest is as smooth as silk.
Peugeot Australia will offer a range of 'delicious' deals until the end of June (or until stocks last) across its highly-awarded hatch and SUV ranges.
What is not lost in translation are deals offering up to $5,000 of additional specification at no added cost on hatch models or a substantial 7-year, unlimited kilometre warranty with roadside assistance coverage on Peugeot's SUV range.
A free upgrade from the Active to Allure model for the 208 and 308 hatch ranges headlines the offer, plus 308 hatch customers will also enjoy over $5,000 of additional specification at no extra cost including:
- Active Blind Spot Monitoring and City Park (self-park)
- Sports seats clad in half Alcantara and leatherette
- Keyless entry with electric folding mirrors
- 17-inch alloy wheels
- Front parking sensors
- LED headlamps
- Electronic park brake
208 hatch customers taking advantage of the free upgrade gain more than $3,000-worth of features at no additional cost including;
- Satellite navigation
- Dual-zone, climate control air-conditioning with cooled glovebox
- Automatic headlights and windscreen wipers
- Leather-trimmed steering wheel with 3D-mesh cloth interior
- Chrome exterior highlights package with 'equaliser' grille and cornering lamps
All 208 and 308 models feature standard Autonomous Emergency Braking and are powered by a powerful 1.2L turbo-petrol engine paired with a six-speed automatic transmission.
Peugeot SUV customers have not been forgotten either with a 7-year warranty that includes 7 years roadside assistance free for all 2017-build 2008, 3008 and 5008 SUV models.
Peugeot Australia Managing Director, Anouk Poelmann, said Peugeot's 'delicious deals' are aimed at delighting and enticing customers to the French marque.
"Only recently Australia was captivated by a certain visiting French dignitary and, much like his visit, these deals will entice customers with their unquestionable value while delighting them with the extra little luxuries with which the French are synonymous," Poelmann said.
Peugeot's 'delicious deals' are available until June 30, or while stocks last.
Australia's own racing drivers won two of the most prestigious motor racing events this weekend with Daniel Ricciardo snatching the prestigious Monaco Grand Prix while down on power for more than 50 laps of the unforgiving street circuit. Ricciardo had started from pole after smashing the circuit record in final qualifying. Sebastian Vettel was next nearly eight seconds behind followed by Lewis Hamilton in third spot.
On the other side of the Atlantic, Will Power won his first career Indianapolis 500 after taking the lead from Stefan Wilson with less than five laps to go. Power started third on the front row and ran out front most of the race.
Danica Patrick's professional driving career ended after crashing out on Lap 67. Patrick started the race seventh and ran inside the top 16 before getting loose and hitting the wall. The 36-year-old was able to climb out of the car under her own power before making a visit to the medical centre.


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George Carey served as the Archbishop of Canterbury from 1991-2002. He was the first to come from the evangelical wing of the Church of England for many years. His leadership led the Anglican church through a very mixed and troubled time. He officiated at the Queen Mother's funeral and at many auspicious state occasions. He now serves in the House of Lords - The Houses of Parliament.
Fiona Castle is the widow of Roy Castle, the popular TV entertainer. She is the author of GIVE US THIS DAY, NO FLOWERS…JUST LOTS OF JOY and CANCER'S A WORD NOT A SENTENCE and compiler of RAINBOWS THROUGH THE RAIN and WHAT A WONDERFUL WORLD. She is a tireless campaigner on behalf of various charities and has received an OBE from Queen Elizabeth II
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Gerald Coates is the leader of the Pioneer Team, a large worldwide network of churches. He also leads training programmes and is a regular speaker at Christian conferences around the world. He has written 9 books and sought after for comments on events on both secular and Christian TV and radio. Gerald is married to Anona and they have three grown sons.
Baroness Caroline Cox first trained as a nurse but quickly became the Vice President of the Royal College of Nursing. Presently her two main missions is serving in the British Parliament in The House of Lords. Her second passion is to highlight the needs of the world's abused, neglected, enslaved, beaten and broken children. Her Christian witness is as world renowned and uncompromising as her politics.
Loren Cunningham and his wife, Darlene, founded Youth With A Mission (YWAM) in 1960 and has, since that time, spoken in every nation on earth. He is a widely read author and still travels and speaks to 30-40 countries each year. YWAM is the largest interdenominational missions organisation in the
General Sir Richard Dannatt GCB CBE MC is Chief of the General Staff of the British Army and boldly shares his testimony and beliefs in the Christian life. He served in 2005/2006 as the Commander-in-Chief of the Land Command. Queen Elizabeth has appointed him as the next Constable of the Tower of London. He graduated from Durham University with a B. A. Degree in Economic History. Sir Richard is married to his wife Pippa and they have three sons and a daughter.
Don Double is the founder and Director of Good News Crusade. His evangelistic and healing ministry has touched the lives of thousands of people in over 50 countries around the world. Having been healed from TB and cancer Don knows the power of God firsthand. Don was married to his wife Heather, who went to be with the Lord in 2007. They have 5 children and 15 grandchildren.
Ulf Ekman shares practical principles in effective church leadership. Previously the Founder and Pastor of Livets Ord (Word of Life) in Uppsala Sweden he has seen his church grow to 2000 in less than 20 years. Livets Ord has also established a Bible School, University, Christian School and various missions outreaches to Russia, India, Israel and internationally.
Mal Fletcher is the founder and director of Next Wave International, a communications group and Christian mission to contemporary cultures, with a special focus on Europe. His highly researched yet entertaining public presentations have endeared him to audiences at major events around the world. Mal is married to Davina and have three children: Deanna, Grant and Jade.
Roger Forster attended St. John's College, Cambridge, where he graduated in mathematics and theology. After a period in the Royal Air Force, he worked as an itinerant evangelist until 1974 when he established the Ichthus Christian Fellowship. The Ichthus Fellowship of churches is worldwide and he is also involved in authoring Christian books. He is married to Faith, who is also heavily involved in
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Will Ferrell and Adam McKay are taking over the classic cartoon "The Flintstones." Warner Bros. is bringing them on as executive producers and their Gary Sanchez Prods. partner Chris Henchy to write the screenplay for a big-screen movie. The Hanna-Barbera original ran 1960-1966 and was the first animated series nominated for a primetime Emmy as Best Comedy Series. The last film effort was a live-action flick in 1994 with John Goodman, Elizabeth Perkins, Rick Moranis, and Rosie O'Donnell. "Family Guy" creator Seth MacFarlane signed in 2011 to produce a new TV series, but that project has been delayed. Variety.
Can Fox Searchlight turn the spring hit film "The Grand Budapest Hotel" into an Oscar contender? The specialty sensation has earned $52 million in the U.S. and $140 million worldwide. Director and writer Wes Anderson is a two-time past Oscar nominee for "The Royal Tenenbaums" and "The Fantastic Mr. Fox." The movie stars Ralph Fiennes, Tilda Swinton, Bill Murray, Adrien Brody, Jude Law, and a large ensemble. The Blu-ray and DVD will be released on June 17. Thompson on Hollywood.
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After winning Razzie Awards, could the Will Smith movie "After Earth" be making an awards comeback? It is one of the nominees for this year's Golden Trailer Awards to be held on May 30. Honoring the two-minute theatrical commercials, other nominees include "Anchorman 2: The Legend Continues," "Before Midnight," "Gravity," "The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug," and "The Wolf of Wall Street." Grantland.
Fox's 2013 World Series coverage is named best live sports special at the Sports Emmy Awards ceremony Tuesday night. Individual awards went to Bob Costas (studio host), Mike Emrick (play-by-play), Cris Collinsworth (sports event analyst), and Michele Tafoya (sports reporter). NBC's "Sunday Night Football" was crowned as the best live sports series. Turner Networks founder and former Atlanta Braves owner Ted Turner was presented with a life achievement award. Hollywood Reporter.
Fox is cleaning the comedy decks for next season. "Dads," "Enlisted," and "Surviving Jack" were all cancelled on Wednesday. That leaves "Brooklyn Nine-Nine" as the only rookie comedy to return for a second season. The network will also have "The Mindy Project" and "New Girl" coming back next year. On the dramatic side, the Greg Kinnear show "Rake" is also finished. Deadline.
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After a long, hard-fought negotiation, NBC renews "Law and Order: Special Victims Unit" for a 16th season. The network had been fighting against creator Dick Wolf's rising salary demands among other issues. The show has lost many of its original cast members in recent years, but Emmy champ Mariska Hargitay and Ice-T remain in the ensemble. E! Online.
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NBC Universal secures a mega deal to keep the American broadcast rights to the Olympic Games through 2032. The price tag is $7.65 billion for television, internet, mobile, and promotion. This new extension means the peacock network will have broadcast 23 Olympics since the 1964 Tokyo games. CEO Steve Burke said, "No event brings families together like the Olympics, and no-one in media is more accomplished or better equipped to tell the athletes' stories." TV Guide.
Terry Crews is named the new host of daytime game show "Who Wants to Be a Millionaire." Previous host Cedric the Entertainer lasted only one season after following Emmy winner Meredith Vieira. The "enthusiastic and energetic" Crews co-stars on "Brooklyn Nine-Nine" and has the upcoming film "Blended" and book "Manhood." USA Today.


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The retailer, part of the John Lewis Partnership that also controls Waitrose, said it has achieved the milestone of passing £1bn of online sales over a rolling 52-week period a year ahead of schedule.
John Lewis has built a formidable online operation that allows customers to collect orders from its department stores and Waitrose supermarkets.
The news comes in a week when Tesco and Debenhams also underlined the shift in the retail industry.
Tesco wrote down the value of its landbank by £804m because it plans to focus on convenience stores and digital operations, while Debenhams said its online business had become more profitable than its department stores.
Mark Lewis, the new online director for John Lewis, said it was a "fantastic achievement" for the retailer to clear £1bn of sales and it reflected "how central online shopping has become to our customers".
Online revenues account for roughly a quarter of John Lewis's overall revenues. However, the retailer estimates that two-thirds of all customer purchases involve interaction with its stores and website.
"There is no such thing as an online shopper, there is no such thing as a store shopper," Mr Lewis said. "Our customers are now shopping John Lewis across all the channels."
John Lewis is relaunching its website in order to drive a new expansion in online sales. The retailer has spent £40m over the last three years on the project, which allows customers to build a "wish list" of products that they may want to buy.


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Oneida County, NY
Mayor Maciol called the special meeting to order at 7:04 PM.
Present: Mayor Maciol, Trustee Baryla-White, Trustee Bialek, and Trustee Jarosz
Absent: Trustee Semeniak
Also present: Chief Glenn, Village Attorney William Borrill
Trustee Bialek made a motion seconded by Trustee White to sign the Town of Whitestown Fire Contract.
Trustee Bialek made a motion seconded by Trustee White to approve Chief Glenn and three other Fire Department members to attend the Annual Fire Expo in Pennsylvania on May 18th to 20th.
The Board, Fire Chief, and Attorney discussed a pending workers compensation claim involving a member of the Fire Department. Lynn Meus from Oneida County and Jim Olivadoti were also present. They are the ones who handle our claims that are administered by Utica Mutual.
Trustee White made a motion seconded by Trustee Bialek to adjourn the special meeting
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So some pretty crazy stuff happened in the 90s. The Titanic sank on the silver screen, President Clinton was impeached and Keiko, the whale who played Free Willy, was actually set free. The United States announced its first budget surplus in 30 years, overalls were considered stylish and collectors who wish to remain nameless shelled out $50 for Princess Diana beanie babies. Also, I also wore giant purple glasses. Still, no matter what was going down, you could always count on Friday nights on ABC. These days, you might be doing shots and cheering to the freakin' weekend, but in the late 90s, there's a much better chance you were on the couch watching T.G.I.F.
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I'm a lover of sisal myself. It looks great and wears OK. It's a bit of a nightmare when it comes to lifting it up tho. eg on door thresholds or if a plumber has to get under the floorboards for whatever reason…it frays.
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A lizard just fell on me. Literally. A real one. I yelled and didnt even want to flick it, as flicking it would have meant touching it.. eeeeww!
not the point of this blog post though. Stepping into office, there was an interesting thought that emerged. A pal is having a moment of crisis and is in a job that she detests, cant do hates. What it does give her is wealth but little else.
As we chatted, the idea of taking a vacation emerged. Not the lets go to italy, and see the leaning tower of Pisa kind of a vacation but a break from your life. From a need to work for security, from being on a path of getting somewhere, doing something that will get you someplace, from validity and productivity.
Its a notion that is very urban based. I am valued because I do. I earn. I generate.
Spending time wisely has got intrinsically linked to generating something, creating something that shall take you ahead. Living on a linear time line. Diversions are frowned upon and welcome. Milestone chase warranted and appreciated.
The idea of taking a sabbatical - not so original I admit came to mind. The trick to however, truly enjoying a sabbatical is to give your self license to be. Being free is a mindset. If a sabbatical becomes a next job hunt, where every conversation is laced with an hidden anxiety - will this lead to business, will I gain something from this, then lets admit it, its a job hunt and not a break.
Il bel far niente (dolce far niente) – This Italian phrase translates as "the sweetness of doing nothing.
This was the term that Elizabeth aka Eat Pray Love, learnt to appreciate in Italy. Cynics, I can see the rolling eyes and the smug expression of yea well, what would the world be like if we all just sat with our legs on the table playing poker all night long. But its not about laziness. On the contrary, its about awareness.
Imagine this. You take a sum of money and gift it to yourself. This is money that you made/got and have permission to spend. Gift yourself time. Say a quarter of a year, not too little not too much. This is when it gets interesting, find yourself ways to spend the time meaningfully.
The only things that you are not allowed to do is
- see any form of TV/movies/serials/games or external entertainment that comes of a box as a way of killing time.
- or find a job or other ways of SECURING the future
- or facebook.
Hmm. As I type out this sentence, there is a devlish smile that is playing in my face. In fact I think I am going to give myself a break just like this once I have say 50l in my account. Challenge the self/soul/mind to find things to do. Be comfortable in solitude.
Drumming my fingers on the table, thinking thinking of what is it that I would really really want to do/be/learn.
Getting the obvious ones out of the way first, would want to head to a shamanistic master in south america, and drink the brew that only he can give to you, to spend time in serious guided meditation at the Kailash. To learn a dance and a martial art form. Stillness.
To travel with a exploration troupe, and write a series about it.. like the nat geo kind of a group. Would work in a clean animal farm and bring up a baby orangtutan. Study the science of human behaviour, throw myself into the world of interesting classes, where I can shamelessly blend art, painting, history, psychology, creative arts and writing, learn what the term impressionist really means, tag a photo journalist for a while, become a healer and learn how to skate.
or simply take the trans altantic siberian train-- nah somehow that is a bit too long in a train
Just today, sat transfixed in an auto for 3 minutes, stared at the map of the asian continent. Beyond the topmost point of the Himalayas there was a world. Tibet a nation - a mystery. China a power a centary. Mongolia and the wind readers, Russia. Siberia. Japan. The span of land was immense.
Each city with its own tales and experiences. Travel for travel sake can get dull. its tough work, takes courage and the ability to not stop. But a journey is different. Its not about wandering for the sake of being in motion but exploring for the sake of knowing. It slows you down.
If I could and I will. On my sabbatical I will wander inward, with the presence of people who do so. Explore the thousand ways of connecting that people have.
A self given gift of a break. Love the concept.


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Here at the University of Manchester and the Students' Union, we don't tolerate sexual harassment – and you shouldn't either.
We Get It is a joint campaign, organised by the University and the Students' Union, in support of our zero tolerance approach to any form of bullying, harassment or discrimination.
UoM students and staff have the right to study, live and socialise in a safe, supportive place. Bullying, harassment, and discrimination is never ok and no-one on our campus or in our surrounding community should be treated badly.
Sexual harassment can include unwanted groping, pinching or smacking of your body, uninvited kisses or bodily contact - but isn't just physical. Other examples of sexual harassment include wolfwhistling and catcalling, inappropriate sexual comments, and sexually-based insults, jokes, songs or taunts. It can be emotional, verbal, suggestive…anything that makes someone feel uncomfortable.
It can happen on campus, in your halls, in bars or nightclubs, on public transport or online in facebook groups or on twitter. It can be someone you know well or it could be from somebody completely anonymous.
Most people don't report harassment as they think it's not serious enough, or they feel embarrassed and ashamed. The University takes all forms of sexual harassment very seriously. You never have to put up with this, and there's always someone to talk to – click here for information on speaking confidentially to trained Harassment Advisors, as well as accessing other support services.
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As part of our commitment to creating a welcome and inclusive university community, we're asking staff and students to take a pledge. This shows that we won't tolerate sexual harassment of any kind – Manchester gets it – harassment isn't acceptable. Sign the pledge online, or when you see us around campus, and wear a We Get It wristband to show your support.
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MAHATRANSCO Recruitment 2016: The Maharashtra State Electricity Transmission Company Limited (MAHATRANSCO) has issued a notification for the recruitment of Deputy Executive Engineer (Civil), Assistant Engineer (Trans), Assistant Engineer (Telecom), Assistant Engineer (Civil) posts. The number of vacancies for these posts is 281. The ending date to apply for these posts is 22-03-2016. So all the eligible persons can apply on or before the last date
It releases the vacancies every year. This year also it has released the vacancies for Assistant Engineer posts. It is good news for those who are waiting for these posts. The persons can apply for this post before the last date after clearly going through the notification given. The candidates will get application forms from the official website. The interested and eligible persons can apply for these posts on or before the ending date. The starting date to apply for these posts is 02-03-2016 and ending date is 22-03-2016.
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Vacancy Details:
The number of vacancies for these posts is 281.
Name of the Organization: Maharashtra State Electricity Transmission Company Limited (MAHATRANSCO)
Number of Posts: 281
Deputy Executive Engineer (Civil): 18
Assistant Engineer (Trans): 168
Assistant Engineer (Telecom): 25
Assistant Engineer (Civil): 70
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The persons those who want to apply for this post must have age not more than 35 years depending on the post.
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For Deputy Executive Engineer (Civil): Rs.24010 to Rs.54325 per month
For Assistant Engineer posts: Rs.19110 to Rs.46320 per month
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The eligible candidates can apply in online through the official website on or before the last date.
Important Dates to Remember:
Start date to apply: 02-03-2016
Last date to apply: 22-03-2016
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VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwired - Dec. 2, 2013) - ALPHA MINERALS INC. ("Alpha" or the "Company") (TSX VENTURE:AMW)(FRANKFURT:E2GA) is pleased to report that the previously announced plan of arrangement (the "Arrangement") with Fission Uranium Corp. ("Fission"), as described in the joint news release dated November 28, 2013, has been approved by the Court of Queen's Bench of Alberta. On completion of the Arrangement, each Alpha shareholder will hold: (i) 5.725 common shares of Fission; and (ii) one-half of one common share of Alpha Exploration Inc. (an "AEX Share").
The Arrangement is subject to final approval by the TSX Venture Exchange (the "TSX-V"). Completion of the Arrangement is expected to occur on December 6, 2013. The Alpha shares will commence trading on the TSX-V on an "ex-distribution" basis at the open of market on December 3, 2013, as of which date purchasers of Alpha shares will no longer have an attaching right to receive AEX Shares in accordance with the Arrangement. Upon completion of the Arrangement, all of shares of Alpha shall be owned by Fission, and Alpha shares will be de-listed from trading on the TSX-V.
Under the Arrangement, Alpha Exploration Inc. ("AEX") will be spun out and shall receive Alpha Minerals assets, other than its joint venture interest in the PLS property, and approximately $3,000,000 in cash. The current directors and officers of Alpha will substantially form the board and management of AEX, and will guide the exploration and development of the inherited portfolio of mineral properties located in Ontario (Mikwam), Saskatchewan (Hook, Cluff Lake-ACME, Cluff Lake-Logan, and Cluff Lake-Rio Tinto) and British Columbia (Donna), in conjunction with reviewing new opportunities under the normal course of business, whether by staking, acquisition or joint venture.
An application for listing of the AEX Shares on TSX-V has been filed, however listing is subject to final TSX-V acceptance.
Additional information regarding the terms of the Arrangement are set out in the Circular, which is available under Alpha's profile at www.sedar.com.
About Alpha Minerals Inc.
Alpha Minerals Inc. is a mineral exploration company whose principal focus is the exploration and development of uranium properties in Athabasca Basin in northern Saskatchewan, Canada. Common Shares are listed on the TSX Venture Exchange under the symbol "AMW".
Additional information about Alpha is available on Alpha's website at www.alphaminerals.ca or under its profile on SEDAR at www.sedar.com.
On behalf of the Board of Directors of Alpha Minerals Inc.
Ben Ainsworth, President, CEO and Director
Neither TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release.
Cautionary Statement: Certain information contained in this press release constitutes "forward-looking information", within the meaning of Canadian legislation concerning the completion of the Arrangement. Generally, these forward-looking statements can be identified by the use of forward-looking terminology such as "plans", "expects" or "does not expect", "is expected", "budget", "scheduled", "estimates", "forecasts", "intends", "anticipates" or "does not anticipate", or "believes", or variations of such words and phrases or state that certain actions, events or results "may", "could", "would", "might" or "will be taken", "occur", "be achieved" or "has the potential to". Forward looking statements contained in this press release may include statements regarding our ability to complete the Arrangement and listing of Fission Spinco Shares which involve known and unknown risks and uncertainties which may not prove to be accurate. In particular, this press release includes forward-looking information relating to the anticipated dates with respect to the "due bill" procedure. Actual results and outcomes may differ materially from what is expressed or forecasted in these forward-looking statements. Such statements are qualified in their entirety by the inherent risks and uncertainties surrounding future expectations. Among those factors which could cause actual results to differ materially are the following: uncertainties as to the timing of the Arrangement and satisfaction of the conditions thereto, market conditions and other risk factors listed from time to time in our reports filed with Canadian securities regulators on SEDAR at www.sedar.com. The forward-looking statements included in this press release are made as of the date of this press release and the Company disclaims any intention or obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as expressly required by applicable securities legislation.
Alpha Minerals Inc.Robert (Bob) Meister(604) 629-0293 or Toll Free: 1-866-629-8368(604) 684-9365 (FAX)www.alphaminerals.ca
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It looks to be the case for a while to come, but in a good way!
On the home front, my son and his wife and our tiny new granddaughter will come down from Colorado for a while. We haven't seen them since they left with orders for England years ago!
|Montana, Joshua, and little Juniper (Bumpy June-Bug).
Then later in October, Phil's folks will visit, and I miss them so much and can't wait to see them again. I really hit the lottery when it comes to in-laws, and feel blessed to know them. And our Schultz will be ecstatic because he gets to see Annie, whom he is slightly afraid of and maybe a little in love with, if you'll pardon the prepositions.
|"I'm all in!" (Dec. 2012) Phil and his folks playing poker, a family tradition.
|Brothers Conwell (Dec. 2012) and quadrupeds, Schultz and Annie, hangin' with the chew toys.
On the realty front, one of our rental houses is empty now, and we've decided to sell it. So guess who will be painting and house-repairing this weekend on her fiftieth birthday? Phil and I make a good team when it comes to projects like these, though, so the weekend with him will be a memorable time.
On the doll front, I finished one of my post-doll-show orders, a teeny izzy (9") and she's all ready for bed in a super-fine linen gown and cap. The lady who will give her a new home has been to visit me at every doll show since the first one...when I teased her at the show for not picking out a doll, she said, "But the one I want is sold." So of course nothing would do but that I made her one similar. Miss Mary has a thing for dolls in white, so little Nell will fit right in.
|9" Izannah, "Nell"
|Those tiny applied thumbs are quite a trick!
|The small ones are harder to make, but something about them really tugs at the heart.
Hope your weekend is fabulous dahlinks!


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Dear Families, I am Avner, i am a certified caregiver for months now. I graduated from International Health Link Caregiver Training Center last August 2014. I have worked as caregiver/Senior Care to a 79 -year old since January 2012 until now. While I was working I was encouraged by my employer to study caregiving to enrich me with knowledge on health care and also for me to acquire basic skills in caregiving. With that, I decided to enroll in a caregiver training center last January 2, 2014. When I started studying, I still do my job as a caregiver when I am not at school. My tasks are the following: bath & dress the patient, prepare meals, I also do some household chores while the patient asleep and a few of my household chores includes laundry, cooking, cleaning the house and make sure that I provide a biologically safe environment. Moreover, I also help in shopping for food in the supermarket with my boss. Aside from this experience, I can assure you that I am trustworthy, patient, and hardworking person. I always do my best in every task given to me at whatever situations I am in. I hope that you would give me a chance to be a part of your family. And I am looking forward to be working with your family in the future. I experience in taking care of adults like bath and dress,preparing meals,assist when walking and in everything he did I am at here side to assist.
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Review: Daughters-in-Law by Joanna Trollope
May 9, 2011 1 Comment
Joanna Trollope
Rachel loves being at the centre of her large family. She has devoted herself fiercely to bringing up her three sons, and continues to do so now that they are all grown up – and getting married.
In return, the boys remain deeply attached to her, and to their father, Anthony, and to their childhood home on the wide, bird-haunted coast of Suffolk.
But when her youngest, Luke, gets married, Rachel finds that her control begins to slip away. Other women – her daughters-in-law – are usurping her position, and seem to be becoming more important to her boys than she is. She can no longer rely on her time-honoured role as provider and matriarch. Her daughters-in-law begin to do things in their individual and separate ways, and so, to her bewilderment and grief, do her husband and sons.
A crisis brings these subtle rifts to the surface, forcing the whole family to question old assumptions and find a new dynamic, if any of their relationships are going to survive.
The book starts at Luke's wedding (the younger of the three boys), with his Dad, Anthony perving on his future daughter-in-law Charlotte, immediately the reader can tells that there are many different dynamics and levels, within the family and extended family.
This book explores all of the relationships that develop within a family as it grows, husband and wife, mother and son, son and girlfriend, mother and daughter-in-law, as well as grandparent and grandchild and sister-in-law to sister-in-law. The book expands as the characters relationships advance, and we follow Rachel's (the ultimate mother's) progression of being the absolute matriarch in her children's lives to almost an inconvenience as her boys grow and start families of their own.
The book is surprising in it's depth and detail and has more oomph that I would have first given it credit for, it really shows how complicated relationships can be, especially when people are unwilling to adjust and accommodate around new people. Whether they are the new introduction to the family or a long standing family member.
I really enjoyed reading this book, and it was another one that really touched me while I was reading it. It shows how important it is, as a mother that you make sure that you don't lose touch with yourself and make a concerted effort to develop along with the family that is being raised.
Favourite Quote: 'No crying,' her mother said more gently. 'We are both too old for that. A bit of frankness between women shouldn't make you cry.'…Her mother paused, passing her chair. She said, 'It never works, Sigi. You just take it all with you, anyway. You can change your situation, but it will be the same one if you don't change yourself. I say this to my patients, over and over. I should have it painted on my surgery wall.' Page 255.
Reviewed with thanks to Mamamia
Published by Random House
Recommended Retail Price $32.99 (trade paperback version)
Recommended Age:18+ (Women)
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Something about this TV sweeps promo makes me laugh everytime I see it. Maybe it's the deadpan read or the weak story idea, but the promo is pure comedy gold from the mind of TV gadfly Cary Anderson (no relation to wes (I Think) ). Plus, any spot with a giant Lollipop is a winner in my book!
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Who are you and what are you doing here? (what is your name, what is the band and what is your role in the band?)
My name is Corey Hamilton and I play guitar and sing for Thousand Young.
How did the band start?
I moved home from Vancouver a few years back and Paul Costello (Guitar) just started jamming. We had played in bands together before and wanted to do something more aggressive then our previous bands.
How would you describe your band?
I think were something that's hard to put an exact label on. I just look at it as rock'n'roll but the punk, hardcore, 90's post hardcore and grunge influences are certainly there. When it comes down to it I think heavy rock'n'roll is the easiest description of it.
If you had to choose one song you've written to best describe your band which one would it be?
I think "there is no shore" off of our first record is probably the best song to sum up our sound. It has a lot of dynamics and groove to it.
Where are people able to hear your songs?
Are you playing any shows anytime soon?
We play Thursday July 26th in Toronto at the Smiling Buddha in Toronto and then were going a week long run through Quebec/Ontario at the end of August with many more tour plans to come once we finish up our full length.
What is your proudest moment/greatest achievement as a band?
In march 2011 I had an accident at work and cut my left index finger off. In the months following, the future of the band was very questionable, we really had no idea what would happen. After a lot of work and some member changes we got ourselves back on our feet and went out on a two week tour with our friends in Open Hand from California. It was amazing feeling to come back from all of that to feeling better than ever about the band and excited to carry on with our goals.
If you could have a dream tour with 3 other bands/musicians who would they be?
Collectively I would think our answers would be These arms are snakes, Refused and Thrice or Young Widows
Anything Else you'd like to add?
Come out to a show and get ready for our upcoming full length. More news will be announced very soon!


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A Macon man missing since the weekend was found dead Tuesday in south Monroe County after two men who knew him led investigators to an abandoned house near where the man was slain.
The two men who knew the victim were then charged with killing him.
Trevorius Thomas, 21, was shot in the back, the apparent victim of a shotgun blast, Monroe Coroner Joey Proctor said.
Thomas, reported missing on Sunday, was last seen on Friday.
Tuesday, two of the Thomas' acquaintances led Bibb sheriff's investigators to a stretch of Zebulon Road near the Bibb-Monroe border, about four miles northwest of the Interstate 475 interchange at Zebulon.
The acquaintances, Stephen Lober, 20, and Robert Kyle Dougherty, 21, said they'd dropped Thomas off there a few days ago, Bibb sheriff's Capt. Mike Smallwood said.
Smallwood said Bibb investigators searched the area and found Thomas' body.
"Then we learned the house was in Monroe County and turned the investigation over to them," Smallwood said.
Thomas' body was lying near the front porch of a house in some woods, 100 yards or so north of Zebulon Road, less than half a mile west of Estes Road.
Lober, of Lizella, and Dougherty, who is from Macon, were later charged with murder and robbery, Monroe County sheriff's officials said.


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On 31 March Muhammadu Buhari won the Nigerian presidential election, marking the first democratic transition of power in the country's history. Despite isolated instances of election-related civil unrest and violence, the likelihood of a repeat of the widespread post-election violence witnessed in 2011 remains minimal as President Goodluck Jonathan has conceded defeat, urging his supporters to remain peaceful. Notwithstanding encouraging political and security developments, the situation will remain tense in the lead-up to the gubernatorial elections on 11 April, and the potential for violence in volatile areas such as the Niger Delta, as well as restrictions on movement, will persist.
Buhari won the 28 March presidential election with 15.4 mn votes to Jonathan's 13.3 mn, with the former military general performing well in the north and central states, and the outgoing president taking his traditional strongholds in the southeast Niger Delta. Jonathan, who has been in power since 2010, conceded defeat peacefully and issued a statement urging his supporters to accept the result and not to turn to violence in protest over the outcome. The outgoing president will now have until 29 May to organise the transfer of power to Buhari.
Despite elevated tensions ahead of the poll, which was delayed by six weeks from 14 February to allow the government more time to combat Boko Haram militants in the north of the country, the vote went ahead with few outbreaks of severe violence. There were some isolated politically motivated shootings in Lagos, Osun, Port Harcourt, Bauchi and Sagamu, while there were also suspected small-scale Boko Haram attacks in Gombe, Yobe and Bauchi states, and explosions occurred at polling stations in Anambra and Enugu, with a total of around 50 people killed. However, nothing resembling the scale of the 2011 election violence, when nearly 800 people were killed in three days of rioting, predominantly in northern states, has been witnessed so far.
Based on current indications, the prospect for such violence ahead of the 29 May deadline for the handover of power is low. Both Buhari's All Progressives Congress (APC) and Jonathan's People's Democratic Party (PDP) have called for calm and urged their supporters to limit post-election rallies and protests. There have already been reports of celebratory marches occurring in Buhari strongholds in the north, including in Kano and Kaduna, but with the former general winning such a large percentage of the vote in these areas – including nearly 95 percent in Borno – the potential for clashes with PDP supporters remains minimal.
Although a number of PDP supporters have protested alleged fraud and collaboration between the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and the APC, these demonstrations have gained little traction. Crucially, the unprecedented use of biometric card readers, designed to lock automatically when the full quota of eligible voters at polling stations was accredited, significantly reduced opportunities for fraud and allegations of vote rigging during this poll. PDP protesters launched a sit-in in Abuja during the announcement of the results while some protests erupted in Nasarawa State over alleged misconduct during the poll. Since the results have been confirmed there have been further rejections of the result by PDP supporters in Lagos. However, in the absence of considerable evidence to support their claims or backing from Jonathan, these protests are likely to remain localised and will fail to attract sufficient momentum to damage the credibility of the result or threaten post-election stability. APC demonstrations over alleged electoral fraud in Rivers State, which had caused serious traffic disruption on Aba Road in Port Harcourt on 29 March, are also expected to diminish now that Jonathan has conceded defeat.
Security concerns persist despite encouraging developments
Despite the absence of indications of large-scale violence emerging so far, restrictions on movement and curfews are likely to remain in place for at least the next 48 hrs. There are indefinite curfews in place between 1930 and 0600 hrs local time in Ekiti and Rivers State and these measures could be extended to other areas should more significant outbreaks of unrest occur over the coming days. Additionally, while restrictions on movement in other urban areas were lifted on 29 March, security checkpoints remain in place in the centre of larger towns, including Lagos, where movement on the main Ikorodu road will likely be slow until at least the end of the week. Although the government has yet to announce more substantial restrictions on movement, there is a strong likelihood that similar restrictive measures to those imposed prior to the presidential vote, including border closures, will be introduced ahead of the gubernatorial election on 11 April. Restrictions are likely to be particularly stringent in Lagos, Kano and Rivers State where there are open gubernatorial seats that will be tightly contested.
Though Jonathan has pledged to accept the outcome of the vote, his statements and actions in the run-up to 29 May will be critical indicators of his willingness to hand over power. Any indication that he is considering altering course and rejecting the result, including calls for an extension of the transitional period, will almost certainly trigger much larger instances of violence and civil unrest. Potential flashpoints for unrest include Rivers State, particularly in Port Harcourt, as well as Jonathan strongholds in Delta and Ekiti States and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT).
The likelihood of further violence in the Niger Delta is particularly high given the presence of a number of groups of former militants in the area, who were heavily dependent on amnesty payments from the Jonathan government and had warned of violence if Buhari were to win the poll. Importantly, the insurgents have been significantly weakened and have become increasingly factionalised since the amnesty was agreed in 2009, and there is little possibility of them launching a large-scale attack in the short term. Nevertheless, less sophisticated IED attacks, as well as vandalism and arson attacks, could occur in protest against the result. Previous targets of assaults have included oil infrastructure as well as APC party offices and the INEC building in Emohua Local Government area of Rivers, and security will likely be heightened in these areas over the coming days.
Should Jonathan persist with his peaceful response to the poll and step down on 29 May, militancy in the Niger Delta will be a crucial ongoing challenge for Buhari's presidency. A decision on whether to renew amnesty payments to the insurgents will have considerable implications for stability in the oil-producing southeast. The president elect will also face significant pressure to tackle the Boko Haram insurgency in the northern regions of the country and to unite with Chadian, Nigerien and Cameroonian troops to overcome the militants, something Jonathan has been repeatedly criticised for failing to do. His most critical challenge, however, will come in his efforts to tackle corruption, rampant under Goodluck Jonathan whose government was reported in 2014 to have stolen USD 20 bn from the central bank. Whether Buhari, who during his brief period in power in 1983 was accused of economic mismanagement and authoritarian rule, will be able to root out such pervasive illicit practices, will be a vital determining factor in any assessment of his longer-term success.
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An evening rush hour scene in Sihui station, on June 22, 2016.[Photo by Zhang Xinghai/For China Daily]
With a young son to care for, he had few opportunities to go on photo shoots, so snapping the daily subway commute was an easy approach.
He seldom talks to his subjects. Some have responded with a smile; some have looked at the ground or stared back angrily; while a few have demanded he delete their photos at once.
Aiming his lens at strangers was difficult. At first, he only dared to capture people's backs or beggars.
Once, he tried to capture a romantic moment when he noticed a girl closing her eyes as she accepted a kiss from her foreign boyfriend.
He summoned the courage to approach the girl and raised his camera, but the moment he pressed the shutter, she suddenly opened her eyes in anger and suspicion. She and her boyfriend wanted to report him to the police, so Zhang exposed the whole film to placate them.
He has tried asking permission before taking photos, but he found the subjects became less natural and more self-conscious. Now he openly wears his camera around his neck to make it clear he's taking photos.
"You can't feel embarrassed about taking photos," he said.
He has a new digital camera and refuses to use a mobile phone as this would appear "stealthy". He had planned a book, but publishers told him an unknown photographer's work would not sell. However, since he began sharing his photos on social media in April, they have drawn millions of hits.
His work is also earning critical acclaim for its simple depiction of people's lives.
"I believe what he sees in these faces is the photographer himself - lonely, curious, depressed, but appreciating city life. Different images repeat the same feeling, which is the power of these snapshots," said Yan Zhigang, an art critic.
Zhang's photos also record changing lifestyles in China. In 2006, the subway was packed with newspaper readers, but now people stare at their phones or laptops; passengers used to wear simple masks to avoid germs, but now they wear more sophisticated masks to keep out the smog; more people appear with tattoos or dressed in punk regalia, reflecting a more diverse urban culture.
Zhang now plans to leave the subway to return to his hometown and photograph the country life he misses.