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Templestowe resident Lara Pelka and Kerrin McPhee, of Doncaster, argued for a degree of leniency.

2012-01-16T16:16:00.001+11:00

Working together, Doncaster uniform police and Nunawading highway patrol will target speeding drivers in the 10km/h and under bracket.... Read More

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Windows XP support from Microsoft ends on April 8, 2014.

2012-01-04T13:20:00.000+11:00

A number of people have asked me whether or not they should buy a new computer as their Windows XP computer is getting old. I ask, “is the computer doing what you want to do and is there anything it can’t do?” The answer is generally, “it is doing everything they want and there isn’t anything it can’t do”. So I answer, “only buy a new computer if you want to”.

Many people get concerned because they hear support for Windows XP has finished. I saw one press release from Microsoft that concerned me which said Windows XP support had finished, but when I investigated, it was for an earlier service pack. Windows XP SP3 (service pack 3) is still supported until April 8, 2014.

In terms of the timeline I’d suggest if you’re not in a rush to purchase a new computer, then consider that Windows 8 will be released possibly in the third quarter of 2012 and if I were to guess, there would probably even be a service pack released before Windows XP SP3 reaches end-of-life from a Microsoft support perspective.

If your computer is doing what you need and the hardware lasts, waiting until after Windows 8 is released means you’ll have the latest operating system which will last you many years into the future.

Many people find their computer is a bit slow. Once I clean up the computer they are surprised at how fast the computer is, and are more than happy to continue using the computer rather than buying a new computer.

My advice is change your computer when you need to or want to, not when the Microsoft marketing machine or a salesperson convinces you need to do something you don’t have to.

I would also suggest that even though Windows XP SP3 will continue to run after April 8, 2014, that you should consider moving to a newer operating system by that time. The security updates required in this day and age of online access will cease, at which time your exposure will increase. I would not advise clients to continue using Windows XP SP3 past this date except for specific purposes and with knowledge of the potential exposure.

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Customers at risk in centres including Chadstone, Werribee Plaza and Westfield Doncaster.

2011-12-18T21:09:00.001+11:00

The cleaners' union, United Voice, claims gift hunters are at risk when the same mops are being used to clean toilets and food areas, and food court tables are wiped down with the same cloth and water for over two hours.... Read More

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Doncaster Shoppingtown (Westfield) Christmas Trading Hours

2011-12-17T08:04:00.002+11:00

Yesterday I used Google to search for the Christmas trading hours for Doncaster Shoppingtown. I found the Westfield site on Google including a section for Christmas Trading Hours. I clicked on the link to the trading hours. Something didn’t quite feel right. I checked and the hours were for 2010.

For those interested in the Doncaster Shoppingtown Christmas trading hours the following is a link to the opening hours for 2011.

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Merry Christmas.

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Sheridan Doncaster Shoppingtown

2011-12-14T22:12:00.001+11:00

Last week whilst at Shoppingtown I noticed the boarding had been removed and the Sheridan store is now open.

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Electric bikes - Test ride dates and locations

2011-12-08T16:07:00.001+11:00

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Veterinarians John Strainge and Ted Donelan, from Doncaster and West Doncaster veterinary clinics

2011-12-08T10:35:00.001+11:00

Beginning the year with just one diabetic dog on its books, Manningham Vet Clinic now has about seven.... Read More

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THE Public Transport Users Association has called for the Doncaster rail reserve to be locked in for a rail line

2011-12-08T10:33:00.000+11:00

THE Public Transport Users Association has called for the Doncaster rail reserve to be locked in for a rail line so the land cannot be used for roads.... Read More

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St Gregory the Great's parish offices were hit on November 19 and again on November 27

2011-12-08T10:31:00.001+11:00

AN UNHOLY thief, believed to be targeting the Catholic diocese, has burgled a Doncaster church, stealing money during mass and pinching from cars during a baptism.... Read More

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Doncaster callisthenics success

2011-12-08T10:29:00.000+11:00

2011 turned out to be an amazing year for many Doncaster Calisthenics Club teams.... Read More

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Anthony Athanassiou is forever changed by an unprovoked attack at Doncaster's Pavilion Restaurant this year

2011-12-03T23:10:00.001+11:00

It’s been nine months and four surgeries since Anthony, 22, went to Doncaster’s Pavilion Restaurant for dinner on Thursday, March 3.... Read More

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Doncaster pitcher Daniel McGrath

2011-12-03T22:36:00.000+11:00

MELBOURNE Aces manager and international scout Phil Dale believes 17-year-old Doncaster pitcher Daniel McGrath is the next on the radar to head to the US after fielding a swag of major league contracts.... Read More

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ATHLETE Mathew Woodgate's career is speeding up.

2011-12-03T22:30:00.001+11:00

Champion athlete Mathew Woodgate has his eyes on the 2018 Commonwealth Games... Read More

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Shopping centres affected by the action include Westfield Doncaster

2011-12-03T22:06:00.001+11:00

MAJOR shopping centres could be left without cleaners during the busy Christmas period after the latest round of industrial action was announced. ... Read More

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RAIDID member Julie Preston

2011-12-03T22:05:00.001+11:00

Doncaster state Liberal MP Mary Wooldridge received the petition from the Residents Against Inappropriate Development in Doncaster (RAIDID) last Thursday.... Read More

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RMIT lecturer Paul Mees

2011-12-03T21:41:00.001+11:00

A PUBLIC transport expert says he’s sceptical about the State Government’s commitment to a Doncaster railway, after it applied for Commonwealth money to build an east-west freeway.... Read More

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Louis Louise Champagne bar at Westfield Doncaster

2011-12-03T21:14:00.001+11:00

Danijela Hraastov, 27, takes a break from the Christmas shopping to try the Louis Louise Champagne bar at Westfield Doncaster... Read More

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Petition with 1400 signatures to Doncaster MLA Mary Wooldridge last week.

2011-12-03T21:11:00.001+11:00

MANNINGHAM group ‘Residents Against Inappropriate Development In Doncaster’ presented a petition with 1400 signatures to Doncaster MLA Mary Wooldridge last week. ... Read More

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Art teacher Grace Cheung and artist-in-residence Vipoo Srivilasa

2011-12-03T21:10:00.001+11:00

Funded by a grant from Arts Victoria, the works were created by the students with some help from art teacher Grace Cheung and artist-in-residence Vipoo Srivilasa.... Read More

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Scott Marsden and Rory Madden returned to Doncaster's Birralee Primary School as champions

2011-11-21T23:01:00.001+11:00

CHEERED on by 165 peers, Scott Marsden and Rory Madden returned to Doncaster’s Birralee Primary School as champions last week.... Read More

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Doncaster Rail Study

2011-11-21T22:59:00.001+11:00

BOROONDARA residents can have their say on Doncaster Rail Study.... Read More

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18km road link would kill off the dream of a railway to Doncaster

2011-11-21T22:57:00.001+11:00

The 18km road link would kill off the dream of a railway to Doncaster, transport experts say.... Read More

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Doncaster Gardens Primary School principal Michele Beal

2011-11-21T22:54:00.000+11:00

RARELY will you find a principal as excited about her school fete as Michele Beal.... Read More

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Doncaster Men's Section President Graham Ferres

2011-11-21T22:53:00.001+11:00

Doncaster Men’s Section President Graham Ferres said the club was pleased to accept the Bowls Victoria invitation to host the tournament. ... Read More

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Doncaster residents could be given land nearby instead of money if their homes are compulsorily acquired

2011-11-16T23:28:00.001+11:00

MELBURNIANS living in areas affected by proposed rail extensions such as Doncaster and Rowville could be given land nearby instead of money if their homes are compulsorily acquired by the state.... Read More

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Birralee Primary School principal Ashley Ryan said he evacuated his 165 students

2011-11-16T23:23:00.001+11:00

STUDENTS from Doncaster’s Birralee Primary School were evacuated today after workers digging nearby hit a gas pipe.... Read More

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David and Cheri Rhys-Jones with their children Madison and Cooper, who has rare chromosome disorder Prader-Willi Syndrome.

2011-11-13T21:22:00.001+11:00

A DONCASTER family is taking steps toward finding a cure for rare disorder Prader-Willi syndrome - literally.... Read More

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Share A Coke Doncaster Shoppingtown

2011-11-13T15:13:00.001+11:00

The Share A Coke promotion at Doncaster Shoppingtown is very popular. There is currently a long queue of around 100 people so be prepared for a wait in the queue.

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Minikins Kindergarten and Child Care Centre, in Doncaster

2011-11-10T12:51:00.002+11:00

CHILDREN from Minikins Kindergarten and Child Care Centre, in Doncaster, were among 25 community groups to participate in the Manningham in Step Community Walk on October 27. ... Read More

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Manningham council approved plans for a 15-storey, 188-apartment building, covering four lots at 20-24 Hepburn Road

2011-11-10T12:51:00.001+11:00

Doncaster Hill Residents Group spokesman Warren Welsh said the council was wrong to approve the development. He said residents were puzzled as to why the council rejected a similar sized development for 185 apartments in Grosvenor Street, Doncaster in 2009.... Read More

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Suzana Milic with her daughter Renee, 15 yrs, who managed to escape from an alleged abduction attempt

2011-11-10T12:36:00.001+11:00

The victim, Renee Milic, was waiting for a bus in Williamsons Rd, Doncaster, yesterday when a man drove up in a silver late model Mercedes-Benz four-wheel-drive... Read More

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Attempted abduction Williamsons Road, near Henry Street Doncaster.

2011-11-06T20:13:00.000+11:00

Police have been told a 15-year-old girl was waiting at a bus stop on Williamsons Road, near Henry Street, just after 5pm.... Read More

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Jill, a resident of Doncaster, is selling her home of 42 years after losing her privacy to neighbouring large-scale developments.

2011-11-03T21:40:00.001+11:00

Curlew Court resident of 42 years Jill, has sold her house to an un-named developer after giving up on a three-year battle with the council at VCAT over loss of privacy from the Acadia 33-flat complex, which looms over her backyard.... Read More

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Men's Section president Graham Ferres, Melissa Ferris from Manningham Council, Mary Wooldridge and Ladies Section president Pat Calabresi.

2011-11-03T14:11:00.001+11:00

DONCASTER state Liberal MP Mary Wooldridge has officially switched on the upgraded lighting system which will give night bowls at Doncaster Bowling Club a new lease of life.... Read More

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East Doncaster principal John Handley

2011-11-01T01:20:00.001+11:00

Doncaster and East Doncaster secondary colleges both sustained smashed windows in night-time attacks last Thursday, the night before senior students’ final day celebrations.... Read More

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Chinese Community and Social Services Centre Incorporated

2011-11-01T01:05:00.001+11:00

The Chinese Community and Social Services Centre Incorporated is one of five community service groups to be located at Manningham City Square (MC2), along with a library, kindergarten and cafe.... Read More

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Sgt Chrisant said monitoring ex prisoners was not common in Victoria

2011-11-01T00:56:00.000+11:00

A NEW “proactive” Manningham police unit starting this week will track offenders after they have been released from jail.... Read More

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Manningham Council asks for speed limit cuts

2011-11-01T00:54:00.001+11:00

Manningham Council has asked the authority to reduce the speed limits from 70km/h to 60km/h near the intersections of Anderson and Foote streets in Templestowe, and Doncaster and Williamson roads in Doncaster.... Read More

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Doncaster rail hope

2011-11-01T00:49:00.000+11:00

A FEASIBILITY study starting this week is the “critical first step” in getting a train to Doncaster, says Doncaster state Liberal MP Mary Wooldridge.... Read More

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Repco GearUP USB Car Charger Kit Universal gets the thumbs down.

2011-10-23T16:14:00.002+11:00

Recently I purchased a Repco GearUP USB Car Charger Kit Universal which is a USB car charger kit which plugs into a car’s cigarette lighter and has two USB sockets for charging. Normally I stick with products I can purchase from my suppliers, but in this case because of the low value of the item, I decided to purchase one of these units on special for $9.99, reduced to half price.

I plugged the cable provided into my iPhone and the adaptor into a portable 12V battery designed to jump start a car and also provide power to accessories plus a number of other features. To my surprise and disappointment the iPhone 3GS reported it wouldn’t work with the device. I then plugged in the cable which came with the iPhone and it worked. Next I decided since it was a dual USB charger to plug in the iPhone 3GS and an Android mobile phone and charge both at the same time. Instead of the iPhone being charged, it was still losing power over time, whilst the Android phone did start to charge. I worked out you can only charge one device at a time.

It wasn’t worth the trip half way across Melbourne to where I purchased the unit, so like many people who purchase products that don’t live up to expectation, this one will probably end up in a draw and I’ll purchase a reputable product through my computer suppliers.

I didn’t expect to receive what I’d consider a substandard product from Repco, so I didn’t mind taking a chance. But from now on I’ll stick with the products I know and trust.

How many computer related devices have you purchased that don’t measure up to your expectation and end up in the draw?

At Online Connections I generally stick to devices and brands which have proven themselves across my client base over time. Often that doesn’t mean paying more. A good product can cost the same as a poor product. Marketers will often use the line “you get what you pay for” to encourage you to buy a particular product. To me what is important is the product proves itself in the field. Those are the products I’ll recommend to clients.

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A HUGE $60 million twin-towers development, proposed for the corner of Doncaster and Tram roads

2011-10-20T22:49:00.000+11:00

A HUGE $60 million twin-towers development, proposed for the corner of Doncaster and Tram roads, will create an “iconic” gateway to Doncaster Hill, its designer says.... Read More

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Danger sport defended after second Tank death

2011-10-19T17:00:00.001+11:00

The Doncaster man, 40, who was known as Tony and had dived the notorious underwater labyrinth before, was reported missing about 3.45pm on Sunday when he failed to surface.... Read More

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RAIDID spokesman Les Clark said townhouses would crowd suburban homes and cause older residents to move elsewhere.

2011-10-19T16:59:00.001+11:00

Last Wednesday, Residents Against Inappropriate Development in Doncaster took their anger over plans to turn their suburb into an activity centre to the steps of Parliament House. ... Read More

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Doncaster runner Stephen Dinneen has his post-injury sights set on Japan

2011-10-19T16:57:00.001+11:00

Dinneen was recently selected alongside Olympian Craig Mottram to compete for Australia next month in the International Chiba Ekiden, a prestigious road running event held in Japan. ... Read More

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luxury 85-unit Madison development

2011-10-19T16:56:00.001+11:00

THE Metropolitan Fire Brigade is threatening to deny the developers of a 10-storey residential tower under construction in Doncaster an occupation certificate.... Read More

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Doncaster man jailed for 19 years for murder after stabbing teen in neck

2011-10-19T16:53:00.001+11:00

A HEARTLESS killer who plunged a knife into a boy, 17, has been jailed for 19 years by a judge sick of such random destruction of young lives. ... Read More

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Kim Wilde was due to perform at the now cancelled Rewind festival

2011-10-19T16:28:00.001+11:00

ABC will still play Shoppingtown Hotel Doncaster on October 27,... Read More

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Drug dealing addiction behind fall of kingpin

2011-10-19T16:17:00.001+11:00

They booked into various hotels, including Clarion Hotel in Forest Hill, Shoppingtown Hotel in Doncaster and The Tudor serviced apartments in Box Hill, and had gang members bring materials to the hotels to cut, prepare and package drugs before selling them.... Read More

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Janet Knoop is a member of Doncaster Templestowe and Spinners and Weavers

2011-10-19T16:14:00.001+11:00

PEER into the past and celebrate Manningham’s inaugural Heritage Week with more than 30 activities, including exhibitions, lectures, workshops and events.... Read More

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A 40-year-old Doncaster man has died while cave diving near Mt Gambier

2011-10-17T13:18:00.001+11:00

A 40-year-old Melbourne man has died while cave diving near Mt Gambier.

http://m.smh.com.au/national/cave-diver-dead-after-failing-to-surface-20111017-1ls0e.html

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Bayley Grove resident Marjorie Sinclair said she and her neighbours would be disadvantaged

2011-10-12T17:56:00.000+11:00

DONCASTER Hill residents are afraid they will not be able to park near their own homes when Manningham Council introduces stricter controls on parking permits next year.... Read More

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Nespresso Doncaster Shoppingtown

2011-10-11T23:34:00.001+11:00

I noticed recently a shop near the Apple store at Doncaster Shoppingtown, which was boarded up, now displays Nespresso is coming soon.

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Lower Templestowe's Hannah Miller

2011-10-11T17:49:00.001+11:00

The Lower Templestowe 17-year-old will be heading for Canberra in January after being handpicked to participate in the National Youth Science Forum 2012.... Read More

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Happy Lab Doncaster Shoppingtown opening October

2011-10-09T21:42:00.000+11:00

As I was walking around Doncaster Shoppingtown this afternoon I noticed the boards in front of a shop which was opening soon, had changed from Typo to Happy Lab. I’m not sure if Typo will open in another location. I didn’t see any boards with Typo on them.

From the Happy Lab site it appears Happy Lab is a new confectionary store. Some of the confectionary comes in glass jars shaped like the triangular jars you find in a chemistry lab.

I’m sure all will soon be revealed.

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Traffic chaos as blackout hits Doncaster (Doncaster Road, George Street and Middleborough Road)

2011-10-07T15:41:00.001+11:00

Lights along Doncaster Rd, George St and Middleborough Rd were out of action after three local power feeds malfunctioned at around 9.30am.... Read More

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POWER is back up and running in Doncaster and Templestowe after a mass blackout

2011-10-07T15:34:00.000+11:00

A fault at United Energy’s Doncaster sub-station saw 10,000 customers lose power for up to two hours.... Read More

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Number plate recognition devices would be used in main thoroughfares

2011-10-07T15:26:00.001+11:00

Acting Sergeant Shannon Elston, from the Nunawading Highway Patrol, said number plate recognition devices would be used in main thoroughfares such as Bulleen, Thompsons, Warrandyte and Doncaster roads.... Read More

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Chesoon Lee runs workshops on Korean kite making and culture

2011-10-07T15:21:00.001+11:00

Doncaster East resident Chesoon Lee has been making the kites since she was a child and will share her expertise at a workshop as part of Manningham’s Multicultural Festival in November.... Read More

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Tom Dowsley will lead a group weeding Ruffey Lake Park for the Spring Outdoors Festival.

2011-10-07T14:51:00.000+11:00

Doncaster East’s Tom Dowsley, who started Friends of Ruffey Lake Park in high school, said the group would focus on the Watsonia weed, which threatened native vegetation in the park.... Read More

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Speed cameras turned on at Williamsons Road and Doncaster Road Doncater.

2011-10-07T14:37:00.001+11:00

This week cameras in Melbourne, Carlton, Malvern East, Doncaster, Parkville and Braeside will be turned on.... Read More

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Donvale's Kerry Tighe, from the Pet Medical Crisis Fund

2011-10-07T14:35:00.001+11:00

A FUNDRAISING walk will be held at Ruffey Lake Park, Doncaster, for furry four-legged friends in need of medical help.... Read More

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Robyn Anderson, Jan Roberts and Gail Simpson have been with CasKids Auxiliary for 40 years fundraising for the Royal Children's Hospital

2011-10-07T14:28:00.001+11:00

Glen Waverley’s Robyn Anderson, Mitcham’s Gail Simpson and Doncaster’s Jan Roberts joined the CasKids Auxiliary in 1971.... Read More

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RAIDID spokesman Warren Welsh

2011-10-07T12:59:00.001+11:00

After staging a protest march on September 18, the Residents Against Inappropriate Development In Doncaster (RAIDID) group now plans to complain to the Ombudsman. ... Read More

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A brief summary of JustLocal for Templestowe residents and businesses.

2011-10-05T13:19:00.001+11:00

I wanted to share with others in Templestowe what JustLocal is about. I’m a computer consultant with a large amount of expertise across a range of computer related disciplines. I find the best way to show others is by example.

What I did is what anyone with a small amount of assistance can do. The difference between myself and others is I assist people and charge for my time. I share my knowledge so people aren’t tied to myself or my services. My hope is that by looking after their interests they’ll appreciate the services I offer. I’ve found it to be an approach which works well because others don’t work that way.

To explain JustLocal for residents and businesses in Templestowe, I decided to build a web page. For any business this is very easy to do. If you can design a single page brochure to promote your business, your brochure can be reproduced with minimal time and cost as a web site to let others in your area know your business exists.

In this case I decided to register the domain for www.Templestowe.biz, set up hosting space, point the domain at the hosting space, create a web page and then upload the web page. In a couple of hours the page was live on the internet. I literally just set this up and it is live within minutes. You should however wait usually 24 hours to make sure the domain has filtered through the internet.

I have a number of low cost approaches I can show people how to set up a presence on the internet. Some approaches they can maintain themselves with minimal technical skills. All that is required is some basic training and some support when required. Other approaches require a little more training and some software.

With some basic training and support you can literally have a web presence up within 24 hours and your only out-of-pocket cost could be the domain, which costs around $10-$30 a year depending on the domain you wish to use.

I’d encourage every small business to get a presence on the internet. It looks so much more professional to send out emails for a business using yourname@yourbusinessname.com (or .com.au) than yourname@gmail.com or yourname@hotmail.com. By using a domain every email you send out helps promote your business. I find people do check out your web site based on your email address.

A lot of people put thousands into a web presence and the only business that makes money is the web developer. I believe people should start small and as your investment generates business for you, then reinvest some of that money and evolve your presence.

If you don’t have a web presence and want something to get your started give me a call. My aim is to use my skills to help others cost effectively promote their business on the internet.

If you just wish to read a little more about JustLocal then visit www.Templestowe.biz.

Kelvin Eldridge
www.OnlineConnections.com.au
Call 0415 910 703 if you’re local require assistance with a web presence.

Traffic lights were down due to storm at the intersection of Doncaster and Williamsons roads, Doncaster Rd and the Eastern Freeway and Doncaster Rd and High St.

2011-09-29T13:20:00.001+10:00

Nunawading Highway Patrol Act-Sgt Ryan Burns said traffic lights were down at the intersection of Doncaster and Williamsons roads, Doncaster Rd and the Eastern Freeway and Doncaster Rd and High St.... Read More

- Kelvin Eldridge
www.OnlineConnections.com.au
Call 0415 910 703 for help with computer problems

House on Doncaster Rd near Harcourt St struck by lightning

2011-09-29T13:19:00.001+10:00

SES spokeswoman Jilly Charlwood said the Doncaster SES had received one call for help to a house struck by lightning in Doncaster at 4pm.... Read More

- Kelvin Eldridge
www.OnlineConnections.com.au
Call 0415 910 703 for help with computer problems

Doncaster's Aiden Holland is lucky to be alive after his car flipped.

2011-09-28T17:54:00.001+10:00

Doncaster Sen-Constable Andrew Thomas said the pothole was responsible for Doncaster resident Aiden Holland, 19, losing control of and flipping his Nissan 300ZX about 11.45pm on September 14.... Read More

- Kelvin Eldridge
www.OnlineConnections.com.au
Call 0415 910 703 for help with computer problems

Alert: Australia Post - Get your parcel No306. (do_not_reply.id.5133@auspost.com.au)

2011-09-26T14:58:00.001+10:00

I’ve received a number of emails in the past week with the message Get your parcel. By coincidence these started arriving a day after Dodo said they’d send me a replacement Buddy Box for the one which didn’t work. One client fell for a UPS malware email because they received an email from UPS and were expecting a UPS parcel. If you’re expecting a parcel, receiving an email like this could easily trick you.

In this case the body of the email is very basic and unlikely to be from a large company like Australia Post.

Dear customer.

Your package has been returned to the Australia Post office.
Reason: The package is too large
Please find the attached document containing detailed information about delivery failure.
Read all information carefully and come to the "Australia Post" office to receive your package.

Thank you for attention.
Customer service.

Attached is a zip file (Attached_Document_AU18489.zip) which contains the file Attached_Document.exe. This file is an executable file but it has been designed to look like a Word document with a Microsoft Word icon. Since most people can’t see the file extension they could be easily tricked into thinking this is a Word document. Opening the file will not open a document, but instead run a program, most likely designed to infect your computer.

I use OzEfilter to check the emails at my mail server before receiving them into my computer and in this case OzEfilter showed me the email was sent from Canada. Just another piece of information which confirms this is most likely malware. Microsoft’s Security Essentials doesn’t show this file as malware. This is where you need to use common sense and not open files like this. Just delete them as soon as you receive them.

Kelvin Eldridge
www.OnlineConnections.com.au
Call 0415 910 703 if you need help with your computer
Servicing Doncaster, Templestowe, Eltham and the surrounding areas.

Alert: Re: Scan from a HP Officejet #658992

2011-09-26T13:33:00.001+10:00

They say curiosity killed the cat, but the modern equivalent would be curiosity infected your computer.

I noticed a number of emails recently with the subject Re: Scan from a HP Officejet #658992 or similar. These emails contain an attachment which is a zip file. The zip file I checked contained an executable HP_SCAN_Z520131___dollÔÇ«fdp.exe. The file has an icon which makes it appear to be a PDF.

There is little doubt this is malware. Microsoft’s Security Essentials is usually very good, but like all anti-virus scanning software, they are unlikely to identify recently released malware. Malware writers are most likely going to check their work against the common anti-virus products before releasing their malware, so that leaves a window of a few days where the anti-virus software won’t help curious people. In this case Microsoft’s software does not detect malware.

If you’re curious about an email you’ve received from someone you don’t know, don’t be tempted. You really will infect your computer and it is costly to repair. Please delete emails you aren’t sure about. It isn’t worth the risk or the cost to get your computer fixed.

Kelvin Eldridge
www.OnlineConnections.com.au
Call 0415 910 703 if you’ve infected your computer and need it fixed.
(Covering Melbourne Eastern to Northern suburbs within 10km of Templestowe)

His Eminence Zimwock Rinpoche, from the Jamchen Buddhist Centre, is happy to bless any pet, fish included

2011-09-26T12:24:00.001+10:00

ALL animals - whether furred, feathered or scaled - are welcome at next Sunday’s Buddhist pet blessing ceremony in Ruffey Lake Park, Doncaster.... Read More

- Kelvin Eldridge
www.OnlineConnections.com.au
Call 0415 910 703 for help with computer problems

Judy Sammut is running a program for breast cancer survivors

2011-09-26T11:26:00.000+10:00

THE YWCA Encore fitness program for breast cancer survivors is set to get an encore run in Templestowe next month.... Read More

- Kelvin Eldridge
www.OnlineConnections.com.au
Call 0415 910 703 for help with computer problems

PLANNED recycled water treatment plant in Doncaster

2011-09-26T11:05:00.001+10:00

Fiona Scott is concerned about the potential impact of a sewerage treatment/water recycling plant, planned for the park behind her house.... Read More

- Kelvin Eldridge
www.OnlineConnections.com.au
Call 0415 910 703 for help with computer problems

"That is the significance of the flag," said Dr Case, speaking from his Doncaster home

2011-09-22T17:39:00.001+10:00

WHEN Lieutenant Marcus Case was killed in a helicopter crash in a remote part of southern Afghanistan in June, his army colleagues were determined to find an Australian flag to place over his casket.... Read More

- Kelvin Eldridge
www.OnlineConnections.com.au
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Bethany Simons is bringing her play The Weather and Your Health to Doncaster as part of a national tour

2011-09-22T17:37:00.001+10:00

ACTRESS and playwright Bethany Simons spun her grandmother’s memories of growing up in rural 1930s NSW into theatrical success.... Read More

- Kelvin Eldridge
www.OnlineConnections.com.au
Call 0415 910 703 for help with computer problems

Doncaster and Bulleen, had greater Melbourne's lowest crime rate

2011-09-21T14:05:00.000+10:00

Manningham, which includes Doncaster and Bulleen, had greater Melbourne's lowest crime rate with just under three crimes for every 100 residents.... Read More

- Kelvin Eldridge
www.OnlineConnections.com.au
Call 0415 910 703 for help with computer problems

Angry residents led by Curlew Court's Les Clark rallied against high-density development in Doncaster

2011-09-21T13:59:00.000+10:00

MORE than a 100 residents opposed to high-density development in Doncaster begged Manningham Council to show it cares about their views at an emotional protest rally on Sunday.... Read More

- Kelvin Eldridge
www.OnlineConnections.com.au
Call 0415 910 703 for help with computer problems

Fix computer. Templestowe, Templestowe Lower, Doncaster, Doncaster East, Lower Plenty, Montmorency, Eltham

2011-09-20T13:14:00.000+10:00

If you have the skills, fixing your own computer is the best and most cost effective option. But for those without the skill (or even just the knowledge to fix a particular issue) I can assist people and businesses in Templestowe and the surrounding areas ( Doncaster, Doncaster East, Templestowe Lower, Eltham, Lower Plenty Montmorency). I’m happy to fix the problem and share what I’m doing, so you’re able to fix your own problem should it occur again.

Many people are reluctant to call a computer support person and will take hours to try to fix the problem themselves, when the problem may be fixed in a matter of minutes. Sometimes all it takes is someone who knows what they’re doing to advise you and the problem vanishes immediately. For example one client recently had a problem with Outlook which took six minutes to repair and another Outlook problem was fixed in around fifteen minutes. Because I don’t charge a set fee, a call out fee (for locals), but only charge for the time it takes to solve the problem the cost was minimal. Some problems are difficult and take longer, but at all times you’re in control as I keep you fully informed and you can see what I’m doing. Some workshops fix problems in a matter of minutes but still charge you a hefty fixed fee because you don’t see what was done.

No longer do you have to sit on the telephone for half an hour or waiting for support. No longer do you have to have a long conversation trying to explain your problem over the telephone. No longer do you have to worry about giving someone you’ve never met remote (and may be located overseas) access to your computer. Now you can book a time and be at your place when it suits you. You get to talk and meet a local you know will be around should you have another problem.

If you need help with your computer give me a call on 0415 910 703.

Kelvin Eldridge
www.OnlineConnections.com.au

Cate Green is holding an exhibition called Despair to Hope.

2011-09-19T10:22:00.001+10:00

DONCASTER resident Cate Green’s photographic exhibition, Despair to Hope, documents her journey of healing after being sexually abused as a teenager.... Read More

- Kelvin Eldridge
www.OnlineConnections.com.au
Call 0415 910 703 for help with computer problems

Doncaster residents to stage anti-development protest starting at Curlew Court

2011-09-15T17:56:00.001+10:00

THE streets of Doncaster will ring with the voices of anti-development protesters this Sunday but local councillors will not be there to hear it.... Read More

- Kelvin Eldridge
www.OnlineConnections.com.au
Call 0415 910 703 for help with computer problems

Home-buying frenzy wanes in Manningham

2011-09-14T23:18:00.001+10:00

HOMEOWNERS in Templestowe and Doncaster are waiting close to three months to sell their homes, with estate agents claiming “frenzied” buying across Manningham has stopped.... Read More

- Kelvin Eldridge
www.OnlineConnections.com.au
Call 0415 910 703 for help with computer problems

Doncaster computer assistance, support, and repairs

2011-09-14T12:20:00.001+10:00

To make it even easier for people to find and use my computer support services via the internet, I’ve now set up the site www.DoncasterComputer.com. Those that know me will know to search for Online Connections and they’ll find www.OnlineConnections.com.au listed first in Google, but now it is as easy as entering the suburb, the word computer and adding .com to the end.

Kelvin Eldridge
www.OnlineConnections.com.au
Call 0415 910 703 if you need assistance with your computer.

Rebel Sport Store now open at Doncaster Shoppingtown

2011-09-12T22:14:00.000+10:00

For those interested we just noticed the Rebel Sport Store is now open and is located near the food court where Borders was located.

Kelvin Eldridge
www.OnlineConnections.com.au
Call 0415 910 703 if you need help with your computer.

Zara to open store in Doncaster Westfield (Shoppingtown)

2011-09-12T22:10:00.000+10:00

Zara is planning to open a store at Doncaster Westfield.... Read More

- Kelvin Eldridge
www.OnlineConnections.com.au
Call 0415 910 703 for help with computer problems

Bunnings Pays $25 Million For Doncaster Supersite near Doncaster Shoppingtown

2011-09-12T22:08:00.001+10:00

HARDWARE giant Bunnings is believed to have paid about $25 million for a collection of adjoining sites abutting a major entrance of Westfield Doncaster shopping centre,... Read More

- Kelvin Eldridge
www.OnlineConnections.com.au
Call 0415 910 703 for help with computer problems

Westfield Sells Site Abutting Doncaster Shoppingtown

2011-09-12T21:55:00.001+10:00

SYDNEY based shopping centre giant Westfield has sold an open-air car park abutting the Doncaster shopping centre’s north-east boundary.... Read More

- Kelvin Eldridge
www.OnlineConnections.com.au
Call 0415 910 703 for help with computer problems

Pin board now added to Online Connections

2011-09-12T13:50:00.000+10:00

When I walk into a local business I notice one thing, or should I say I generally notice one thing that is missing. A few businesses have a notice board where their customers can add their business card and that way the business helps their customers. I think that is a great idea. I also notice some businesses will help their customers by putting a few business cards on their counter. That way the business gives back to their customer that really doesn’t cost them much but generates a lot of good will.

Since I don’t have a counter or a wall for a noticeboard I can’t help my customers in this way, but I do have a web site and can provide a virtual pin board. Whilst my virtual pin board has been around for a while I decided to give it more prominence on my site. I’ve added Pin Board to the main menu and to the left side menu.

I’m happy to refer my customers to others. It is only because of them I have a business and I can support my family.

If you have a local business do think about helping your customers by helping to promote them. They’ll appreciate the help and it is good for business. If you only have a web site then consider doing what I’m doing. I do think the days where we help each other, rather than a business just providing products and services for profit, will become the norm rather than the exception.

Kelvin Eldridge
www.OnlineConnections.com.au
Call 0415 910 703 if you need assistance with your computer.

But Curlew Court resident Les Clark said he had spent a lot of money renovating

2011-09-07T12:56:00.000+10:00

“If you decide it’s not the place for you there’s the option to sell and buy an equivalent place (elsewhere) with some money left,” Mr Molan said.... Read More

- Kelvin Eldridge
www.OnlineConnections.com.au
Call 0415 910 703 for help with computer problems

Local search using Google Custom Search no longer available from JustLocal pages

2011-09-06T10:51:00.001+10:00

As part of a trial I added a local search feature to JustLocal where locals could search for products and services from local businesses. This isn’t required for JustLocal as JustLocal provides single click access from a postcode page to the site of the business.

The feature used the Google Custom Search but unfortunately I’ve found this service isn’t reliable enough and the results provided were inadequate, often not providing a business even though the business provided the product or service. I also found issues when adding sites.

I’ve decided rather than to continue to provide a search feature which I don’t feel is up to standard to remove the search option from JustLocal.

The aim of JustLocal is to provide a portal to quickly access the sites of local businesses. By doing this we promote the site of the local business, and the consumer or business using JustLocal to find products and services, obtains the latest information by going direct to the site of the business.

Kelvin Eldridge
www.JustLocal.com.au
(An Online Connections service.)

Doncaster Shoppingtown David Jones is already selling Christmas musts

2011-09-05T22:36:00.001+10:00

Doncaster store staff yesterday said its Christmas shop was open for business.... Read More

- Kelvin Eldridge
www.OnlineConnections.com.au
Call 0415 910 703 for help with computer problems

Michael Karageorgiou is a cancer survivor

2011-09-05T22:12:00.001+10:00

DONCASTER cancer survivor Michael Karageorgiou knows life can quickly change.... Read More

- Kelvin Eldridge
www.OnlineConnections.com.au
Call 0415 910 703 for help with computer problems

Would you like the preferred Australian English spelling to be available for Microsoft Office?

2011-09-03T09:40:00.001+10:00

If you’d like the preferred Australian English spelling to be made available as a spellcheck dictionary for Microsoft Office please make the effort to add your voice.

I’m currently in contact with Microsoft and to their credit, they are taking my request for assistance to make my work available with Microsoft Office and passing the request through their channels.

For Microsoft right now I’m a lone voice with a request. If you’d like my work to be available with Microsoft Office please help by adding your voice by making a comment on this blog post. I’ve tried this on a number of occasions over the last five years so this will be the last attempt at making the preferred Australian English spelling available to Australian Microsoft users. It is now or never so please make your voice heard.

Thank you in advance for your support.

Kelvin Eldridge
www.OnlineConnections.com.au

Need help setting up email on your mobile phone?

2011-09-02T15:47:00.001+10:00

One of my clients wrote this to me.

I have an Iphone and can't work out how to get emails happening - is this something you could help me with? I have been back to Telstra shop but they are bloody hopeless.

Generally the people at the Telstra shop are sales people and their skill with technology will be quite varied. We can’t all be good at everything. In addition to work out how best to set up the iPhone, you need to first work out what options you have available. There services you are currently using will limit your options and I find people need a small amount of training to understand what can and can’t be done. Unfortunately every option currently available has a number of trade-offs and people are usually restricted in the options they can use based on their previous choices. The result is a compromise and people need to be aware of what the compromise entails.

I find it is much easier to help people set up the smart phone if they are present. Working with them over the telephone where you need to step them through the menus can be quite time consuming. In the case of this client I assisted them over the telephone and what I couldn’t see was the iPhone 4 suffers from the “death grip”, where if held in a certain way the signal strength drops considerably and connectivity can be intermittent or drop out completely, was making support more difficult. I’m happy to assist people with telephone support but generally it can be more time consuming and thus more expensive for some problems.

If you need assistance with setting up email on your mobile phone, tablet, or in fact any computer, I’m happy to assist.

Kelvin Eldridge
www.OnlineConnections.com.au
Call 0415 910 703 if your need assistance with your computer.

Paul's collect-a-cap organisations your can donate your caps to.

2011-09-02T12:23:00.001+10:00

The Paul’s collect-a-cap promotion appears to be a good way to community groups to raise much needed funds. The amount for each cap is reasonable and all people need to do is to collect the caps from products they already use. Paul’s would probably also like you to switch the product you buy and if you do and it doesn’t cost you any more then why not participate.

If you would like to collect caps but don’t for example have children in one of the participating schools then you can probably donate your caps to one of the local groups. That way your caps end up helping others.

The following are community groups that are currently registered in the area to participate.

Marcellin College – Bulleen
Gum Nut Gully Pre-School - Doncaster East
Ss Peter & Paul's Primary - Doncaster East
Beverley Hills Primary School - Doncaster East
Templestowe Heights Primary - Templestowe Lower
Templestowe Valley Primary - Templestowe Lower
Eltham North Primary - Eltham North
Glen Katherine Primary School - Eltham North
Monty's Licensed Supermarket – Montmorency

This list may grow in time as others participate so you may wish to check the Paul’s site for other groups in your area.

Kelvin Eldridge
www.OnlineConnections.com.au
Call 0415 910 703 if you need help with your computer.

Two men burnt in Doncaster

2011-08-31T13:37:00.000+10:00

Two men suffered burns when cooking oil in a wok caught fire at Doncaster on Saturday.... Read More

- Kelvin Eldridge
www.OnlineConnections.com.au
Call 0415 910 703 for help with computer problems

Drink-drive charge glitch headed back to court

2011-08-31T13:35:00.000+10:00

Motorist Peter Ionnis Kypri was pulled over in Doncaster on November 27, 2005, and a random breath test allegedly showed a positive alcohol reading.... Read More

- Kelvin Eldridge
www.OnlineConnections.com.au
Call 0415 910 703 for help with computer problems

John Russo, of Doncaster, has objected to a proposed 14-storey building opposite his house

2011-08-31T13:33:00.000+10:00

The objections to Ammache Architects’ 14-storey building in Hepburn Rd centre on “inappropriate” size and concerns about increased traffic and decreased car parks... Read More

- Kelvin Eldridge
www.OnlineConnections.com.au
Call 0415 910 703 for help with computer problems

Doncaster author Max Richards

2011-08-29T11:09:00.000+10:00

BUDDING writers and poets will get to workshop their ideas with Doncaster author Max Richards as part of the Whitehorse Manningham Artists and Writers Festival.... Read More

- Kelvin Eldridge
www.OnlineConnections.com.au
Call 0415 910 703 for help with computer problems

Paramedics were called to a home in Fromhold Dve, Doncaster

2011-08-29T11:08:00.000+10:00

A MAN and a woman have been hospitalised after being scalded with cooking oil in a suspected cooking mishap in Doncaster. ... Read More

- Kelvin Eldridge
www.OnlineConnections.com.au
Call 0415 910 703 for help with computer problems

Typo at Doncaster Shoppingtown

2011-08-27T12:02:00.000+10:00

I was at Doncaster Shoppingtown and noticed another boarded up business. Of course this means one business is gone and another is opening up. In this case the new business is Typo.

Typo describes their product range as Taking trends from the fashion industry and applying them to notebooks, decal wall art and other speciality items.

Typo is opening in September.

Kelvin Eldridge
www.OnlineConnections.com.au
Call 0415 910 703 if you need help with your computer from a local.

Recommending the council reduce the number of residential permits from three to two in the Doncaster Hill area.

2011-08-25T13:17:00.001+10:00

MANNINGHAM Council is to consider whether to adopt a parking permit policy and reduce the number of parking permits available to Doncaster Hill residents and people living in units and apartments.... Read More

- Kelvin Eldridge
www.OnlineConnections.com.au
Call 0415 910 703 for help with computer problems