Whether you're planning a quiet getaway for two, or a massive annual golf weekend for the entire gang, Australia has myriad possibilities for a successful and enjoyable adventure.
This month, we look at the top destinations across this fantastic golfing landscape of ours, evaluate some amazing Aussie courses, and check out some great tour operators. So whether you're headed North, South East or West, we'll have you covered!
So let's jump right in and look at a few of the great courses on offer!
Tourists flock to Noosa for its famous beaches, pristine National Park, cosmopolitan cafes, trendy bars, swanky restaurants and high end boutiques, but what lures them to Noosa Springs is the prospect of championship golf alongside spring fed lakes in a bushland setting; indulgent day spa treatments; fine dining; superior accommodation and even gentle activities such as nature walks, swimming and yoga – to mention but few of the resort's recreational offerings.
Driving along the heavily tree-lined boulevard to the resort's impressive porte cochere entrance you will feel a million miles away from the everyday yet you're only three minutes' drive to Noosa's bustling Hastings Street and Main Beach.
A world of casual elegance awaits you at the international championship golf course and European-style day spa resort.
Designed by leading golf course architect Graham Papworth, the par-72, 6,180 metre championship course was built to international standards with nine lakes and 69 bunkers guarding manicured fairways.
Hole five is Noosa Springs' signature hole, which is loved by many for its beauty, challenge and variety.
It's a shortish par-four, but definitely not for the faint hearted. It offers different options on how to approach it for all handicappers.
The biggest hitters could drive across the lake to the green, while for the more modest ball strikers, positioning is crucial to negotiate the almost 90-degree dog-leg.
For golfers keen to perfect their game after dark, they can take advantage of Noosa's only floodlit driving range open until 9pm Wednesday to Saturday.
While you're there don't forget to visit the superb golf boutique which stocks the very latest in golf and leisure wear from top labels such as Calvin Klein, Daily Sports, EP Pro, Adidas, Nike, Puma and Nuni.
Noosa Springs prides itself as a promoter of golfing excellence with many events, golf and tennis clinics and schools hosted throughout the year. Or you can simply make Noosa Springs your home while you enjoy some of the many other major events scheduled for Noosa during the year – The Festival of Surfing, the Food and Wine Festival, Jazz Festival and the iconic Noosa triathlon to name just a few.
Noosa Springs is the ideal getaway for families or couples where the only sounds you will awake to are the sounds of nature.
Take advantage of some of the website's special rates for the luxury, open-plan apartments with views over the first fairway or Noosa National Park.
The fully self-contained apartments with king size beds can be configured to accommodate twin, triple and quad share and the three bedroom apartments can comfortably house up to six people.
The apartments have a separate dining room and full kitchen with conveniences such as waste disposal and dishwasher, giving you the option of self catering for your stay.
Noosa Springs really is a destination within a destination – everything you could want for a comfortable, relaxing stay is here waiting for you.
After a round of golf, hard hitters can ease the tension of weary muscles in the day spa's unique HydroMassage pool, the ultra relaxing flotation pool or unwind with a full body massage.
Golf 'widows' may like to indulge in any number of spa treatments – one of the most popular is the Half Day Spa Escape. Be invigorated by the HydroMassage pool and 'steam experience' including infrared sauna and blitz shower. Then it's your choice of full body massage, tropical enzyme boost facial or sugar scrub. Bliss out afterwards in the relaxation lounge or take a dip in the 25m heated swimming pool.
For the fitness conscious, the gym next door to the day spa has state-of-the-art equipment for a pumping cardio or muscle workout.
Whatever your activity, the clubhouse balcony is the ultimate vantage point to drink in the spectacular golf course vista at the day's end and enjoy your favourite beverage. The multi-award-winning Relish restaurant dishes up delicious Mediterranean inspired dishes made from the region's best fresh produce.
While you're staying at Noosa Springs, why not venture 20 minutes down the road to the world famous Eumundi markets and sample locally designed and made arts, crafts and fashion? The market is on every Wednesday 8am-1.30pm and Saturday 6.30am-2pm.
If you're a keen golfer and you're planning to stay for a month or longer, why not consider a Resort Membership, which gives you all the advantages of a Noosa Springs golf member.
To be eligible, you must rent a two-bedroom apartment (which sleeps up to four people) for a minimum of one month of consecutive nights.
You will enjoy: unlimited golf; access to member competitions; free entry to the fitness centre and 25m heated lap pool; discounts on golf shop merchandise.
They also offer great value for shorter stays. Whether you're visiting for one day or staying two weeks, their Vacation Membership offers fantastic savings of at least 20% on championship golf; luxurious spa treatments; tennis; fitness and fine dining.
There are plenty of good reasons to stay at Noosa Springs – go and experience affordable luxury and championship golf in one of the best holiday destinations in the world.
The Golfer's Lodge is a set of two fully appointed residences, located on beautiful Bribie Island and within the confines of the award-winning Pacific Harbour Golf and Country Club precinct. Overlooking the finishing green and adjacent to numerous resort style facilities, including 2 x floodlit tennis courts, 25m swimming pool, gym, spa and an aquatic driving range, The Golfer's Lodge is set to become one of the most sought after golfing destinations in South East Queensland. Each of the newly constructed residences contains 2 master bedrooms (each with an en-suite and spa) and a 3rd bedroom, fully equipped kitchen and living area, modern media room, outdoor alfresco area and a functional laundry. Ideally suited for overnight and/or extended stays, each residence comfortably caters for a group of 4 (i.e. 4 individuals or 2 sets of couples), or a family of 5.
The Ross Watson designed Pacific Harbour Golf and Country Club provides a unique, award-winning, "island links" style 18-hole championship course, with eco-friendly sub-tropical style Clubhouse. Ranked as the Best Public Access Golf Course in Queensland for the fourth consecutive year running, it offers all golfers an opportunity to play and experience one of Australia's most challenging golfing layouts. The Clubhouse, situated 100 metres from The Golfer's Lodge, provides a relaxing atmosphere coupled with award-winning dining options. This unique golfing paradise and luxury accommodation is located less than 1 hour north east of Brisbane at the northern boundary of Moreton Bay, uniquely nestled between a National Park and a Marine Park.
In addition to playing at Pacific Harbour Golf and Country Club, The Golfer's Lodge offers a number of golfing packages allowing guests the opportunity to play on nearby courses, including the award-winning Bribie Island Golf Club and the challenging North Lakes Resort Golf Club. For those interested in other pursuits, The Golfer's Lodge offers access to Bribie's very own Beauty Retreat for the ultimate day spa experience; or simply kick back and enjoy the natural surrounds of Bribie Island.
Airport transfers to and from either the Brisbane or Sunshine Coast airports can be arranged, and where necessary, golfing transfers to and from Bribie Island Golf Club and North Lakes Resort Golf Club can be included.
Paradise Palms Resort & Country Club is one of Australia's most picturesque 18-hole championship golf courses. Situated in Tropical North Queensland, Paradise Palms offers a lot more than meets the eye. Featuring 4½ star resort accommodation, modern clubhouse with Fifty Nine Restaurant & Bar, extensive conference facilities and two acres of adventure playground including an 18-hole mini golf course, Paradise Palms is the ideal place for golfers to escape for a leisurely game or a holiday away with family or friends.
Located in Cairns, the world's leading reef and rainforest destination, Paradise Palms on the Northern Beaches is centrally located to all major tourist attractions including Cairns Tropical Zoo, Hartley's Crocodile Adventures, Skyrail Rainforest Cableway and all reef departure points.
Paradise Palms golf course was designed by Graham Marsh and Ross Watson and first opened in 1990. It is by far the standout course in the area with the highest raking in Australia's top 100 golf courses. The par-72 course measures 6,592 metres off the championship tees and its AGU rating of 76 is an indication of the scale and challenge that awaits.
The beautiful mountains of the Great Dividing Range provide an ideal backdrop to the majority of holes with fairways lined by dense native eucalypts and lush tropical rainforest. With four tee spots, 94 bunkers and six lakes, the picturesque course is complemented by rolling fairways, narrow undulating greens, lush vegetation and an abundance of natural wildlife.
With modern golfers seeking a holiday that offers a range of activities for the whole family to enjoy, the attractions of Tropical North Queensland and the Great Barrier Reef are second to none.
Smart, contemporary and with spectacular views, RACV Royal Pines Resort is set on 100 hectares between the white sandy beaches of the Gold Coast and the lush beauty of the hinterland rainforests. It's the Gold Coast's only 27-hole composite golf course and state-of-the-art driving range. And as host of the Australian Ladies Masters and the new home of the Australian PGA you too can play where the champions play, as the resort and course are open to the public.
The resort's eight restaurants and bars, serving contemporary cuisine from around the world, are high quality and the facilities have proven they can accommodate the PGA and other major events while not taking away from people enjoying weekends away or holidays at the resort.
An innovative $10million new day spa is soon to launch in mid-2014. The state-of-the-art One Spa complex has been designed to create an intimate and tranquil environment to provide pampering, and enhance wellbeing. The resort has 331 accommodation rooms, spa suites and executive rooms all with expansive views of the hinterland, tropical pool, Gold Coast skyline or the golf course.
Family friendly, the resort has a large pool with slippery slide, an adventure playground with a giant jumping pillow, tennis courts and a range of other activities including a Segway Tour, Ozbobble or Laser Clay Shooting. It's the perfect excuse to getaway.
As one of Australia's leading golf tour operators, Above Par will take the stress out of organising your next holiday.
Privileged access to the finest public and private golf courses on Australia's Gold Coast and Sunshine Coast ensure that they can satisfy the most discerning of golfers, and with 300+ days of sunshine each year the Gold Coast and Sunshine Coast offer the best year-round golfing destinations in Australia.
Hope Island, The Glades, Lakelands, Brookwater, Hyatt Coolum, Noosa Springs, Twin Waters, Sanctuary Cove (Pines and Palms) and Club Pelican Golf clubs all feature in the top 60 public access courses in Australia, and are available to you along with many other highly rated golf courses.
Above Par Golf Tours' buying power at the courses and accommodation venues allow them to pass on significant discounts to all golfers, ensuring you save money as well as having an unforgettable golf experience.
The Above Par Golf Tours team has many years' experience in organising golf, accommodation and transport requirements for thousands of happy golfers.
They offer fast, efficient and great value solutions for your next golfing holiday.
A recent addition to the company's services are fully-packaged tours to Queenstown, New Zealand. Located on the South Island, Queenstown is one of the most naturally stunning places in the world and now boasts a selection of resort and club golf courses that are the envy of the country. Add in jet boating, bungee jumping, canyoning and a host of other outdoor activities and a holiday of a lifetime awaits. Above Par Golf Tours will organise all your accommodation, golf and transport needs while in New Zealand.
THE idea of a weekend golf-venue getaway to even the most attractive regions about an hour's drive from Sydney often are viewed by female non-golfer partners as being "a bit boring" no-go outings.
Most golf resorts offer little in the way of top-class cafes, fine dining and nearby interesting shopping for upmarket clothes, antiques and knick-knacks.
And sometimes the rigours of an all-too challenging costly "championship" golf resort course (both golfwise and physically) is not the relaxing answer for the keen golfer or those just out to tone up their game with social play.
Often the golfer returns home with a bruised ego (and credit-card) and the non-golfer unimpressed with what was the limited entertainment and distractions of the golf clubhouse-spa resort environment.
Fortunately just over an hour's drive south of Sydney in the serene Southern Highlands there is a perfect compromise at Peppers Craigieburn, the friendly gracious hotel in the stylish Southern Highlands town of Bowral.
For the golfers, here there is the chance to play for just $15 per person or if staying in the Hotel it is $15 for the day enjoying endless uncrowded relaxing rounds or simply just practising on an immaculately manicured private nine-hole (14 tee) par-66 course.
Meanwhile the non-golfers can choose between relaxing in style on Craigieburn's sunny verandas or in front of cosy fires in lounges enjoying Afternoon High-teas or visiting the myriad of cafes and classy shops just minutes away in Bowral's CBD.
For over 100 years the picturesque four-star Craigieburn has provided the perfect escape for couples of all ages, especially those who dabble at golf while enjoying the comforts of a traditionally grand, but comfortably modern hotel.
Over the past few years Craigieburn's renowned fashionable standing has been stylishly updated and enhanced, providing the accommodation benchmark for relaxed weekends not far away from Sydney.
Under the stewardship of General Manager Robyn Bautovich, Peppers Craigieburn's high-quality standards of hospitality, food and wine have been enhanced in several directions in the past two and half years and the heritage links of its almost 100 years-old golf course have been fostered.
Since 2010 Peppers Craigieburn has hosted the popular Australian Golf Heritage Society's Craigieburn Cup in which golfers play using 100-year-old wooden hickory-shafted clubs wearing turn-of-the-century golf fashions.
To showcase and build on the growing interest of hickory golf, Bautovich fortunately has a key golf heritage ally in Alex Nicholson, a former champion amateur who played at a national level around scratch and in pennant teams at Royal Queensland and The Australian golf clubs.
In Nicholson — at 85 still a top golfer who regularly beats his age and voluntarily coaches senior and junior beginners – Peppers Craigieburn has an expert golf adviser.
Nicholson is an accredited Golf Australia coach and three years ago, in co-operation with Craigieburn, started an Introduction to Golf program with students from the retirees University of the Third Age and since has brought more than 100 people out onto the course.
And Peppers Craigieburn truly has a grass-roots golf and turf expert in Simon Lawrance, who not only is the course's curator, but the reigning Craigieburn Cup hickory champion, shooting a five over par 71 to win in 2013.
Lawrance, who learned his trade at the famous NSW Golf Club, has the gently sloping children-friendly course looking a picture with its adornment of old trees and light rough. The greens are small but super smooth and true.
While only social golf is played at Peppers Craigieburn, Bautovich has organised for her golfer guests to be able to play at the private Bowral Golf Club — by way of a special stay-and-play package.
Mindful of all guests' culinary desires for an enjoyable weekend, Peppers Craigieburn now boasts one of the Southern Highlands' most highly rated chefs to oversee its Montfort's Dining Room, open for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Executive Chef Warrick Brook, who has been living and working in the Southern Highlands for 10 years, won three prized single regional Sydney Morning Herald Good Food Guide Chef's Hats in 2004, 2005 and 2006 at the Lynwood Cafe. His other awards include the Illawarra & Southern Highlands Business Award for Best Restaurant 2010.
For the serious stay-and-play golfer, the social golfer and any non-golfer gourmet companions Peppers Craigieburn provides a perfect weekend away.
Situated on the relaxed side of Echuca Moama and nestled amongst picturesque fairways and luscious greens, Rich River Golf Club Resort invites you to experience their renowned Murray River destination.
The 63-room motel complex is adjacent to the Clubhouse and is surrounded by their award-winning 36 hole golf course. Set amongst the manicured tranquil gardens which houses 2 outdoor pools, spa and BBQ areas, once here, you will never need to leave.
Rich River provide a wide range of Clubhouse facilities including dining, coffee shop, sports bar, takeaway liquor, TAB & Keno, private function rooms, free live entertainment, weekly raffles and promotions to keep you entertained during your visit. Want to explore the historical Port of Echuca? The free courtesy bus is available on the hour for pick up and drop off around the Echuca Moama area.
Rich River Golf Club Resort offers dining options to suit all tastes and budgets with specials available every night of the week. Their Executive Chef and his talented team provide a wide selection of taste sensations expertly prepared onsite for your enjoyment. Experience their Coffee Shop, Sports Bar, Spike Bar or James Maiden Bistro.
Rich River Golf Club Resort boasts an abundance of sporting facilities including a 36-hole Championship Golf Course, Bowling Greens, Croquet Courts, Tennis Courts and a new 17 bay Driving Range. The driving range offers an efficient and affordable way to practice your golf swing in a relaxed and friendly environment. Want to stay & play? The team can tailor any specific sporting package to suit your needs.
The Pro Shop stocks an exciting range of golfing equipment, apparel, accessories and souvenirs, while their qualified and experienced Pro Shop ream offer a personalised club fitting service to ensure your new clubs are perfect for you and your budget. They also offer a professional golf club repair service, coaching lessons and equipment hire.
Rich River Golf Club Resort provides the perfect escape to suit a day trip, weekend or extended holiday.
Nelson Bay Golf Club is one of the Hunter Valley's most popular courses. The 27-hole championship course is set among native trees with an abundance of wildlife like kangaroos, wallabies, koalas and native birds.
Originally an 18-hole course, the facility proved so popular with tourists and locals alike that a further 9 holes were added in the adjoining bushland in 1998, resulting in a spectacular facility that features some truly magnificent holes.
One of the standout holes would surely be the 490-metre par-5 12th , a tight, bushland-bordered bender that makes its way up a long hill. Accuracy is key here, as the elevated green is hidden until your third shot, so pick your landing zones carefully.
The clubhouse at Nelson Bay is relatively new, and boasts spectacular views and an al fresco dining area – perfect for a relaxing end to a fun day on the course. No matter what the occasion, Nelson Bay Golf Club can customise a package to suit, from Ultimate packages to the budget-conscious. And the friendly and professional staff will ensure that you and your guests have a memorable time during your stay.
The 27-hole Nelson Bay Golf Course is located right next door. The highly-regarded Pacific Dunes Golf Course is located an easy 20 minute drive from the Resort with a James Wilcher-designed layout that combines two distinct nine-hole loops to create a spectacular 18-hole course.
The Landmark Nelson Bay have golfing packages to suit your every need or you can ask the friendly staff to tailor-make something to suit.
Riverside Oaks Resort is set amongst 570 acres of pristine Australian bushland overlooking the magnificent Hawkesbury River.
River, promising an exceptional challenge for even the most seasoned and skilful golfers.
The resort looks forward to welcoming you to experience the first 9 holes of the Bungool course this month, and again when they open the entire course later this year.
The existing course now being renamed "Gangurru" will also be enjoying a new lease on life with a complete refurbishment of its bunkers being undertaken this winter.
Riverside is known for its golf but the whole family will feel at home with the resort, enjoy one of their stunning villas as the family explores the amazing sites and surrounds the Hawkesbury has to offer, or enjoy the tranquil quiet curled up with a good book. Take time out to discover the club house cafe, with the best yet to come. The resort will be opening their signature "Bungool" restaurant, together with 36 stunning new lodge rooms. This, together with their professional and friendly service Riverside Oaks promises a memorable experience for golfers, families, couples and groups.
Worrigee Links has proven a real hit with locals and tourists alike since opening for play in 2005. A par-70 links style layout, Worrigee Links is attached to the Shoalhaven Ex-Servicemen's Sport's Club and offers not only a great golfing experience but a relaxed and friendly clubhouse atmosphere as well.
With sweeping views of the Coolangatta and Cambewarra mountains from the course and a challenging yet fair layout, Worrigee Links has something for everyone. Stay and play packages are available which includes accommodation and 18 holes of golf at Worrigee Links Golf Course.
Yowani Country Club is one of Canberra's leading Golf and Bowl's clubs. The 6300 metre, par 72 (ACR 73) Yowani Golf Course is regarded as one of Australia's finest inland courses, reflecting over 50 years of careful development.
The highly rated championship course was designed by James Herd Scott in 1954, with several holes redesigned by Cooper Nagle and Associates in 1978. The course is an excellent test for golfers of all abilities on gently undulating, tight, tree-lined fairways with two picturesque lakes. The inward nine is acknowledged as one of the finest back nines of any course in Australia. It is no coincidence the course's signature holes are found tucked away in this fine test of golf. It is a golf course that guarantees something special to all players. Competitions are available every day and Social play is limited to outside Competition times.
Inside the Clubhouse, Yowani offers an excellent Restaurant, Bar and Function facilities.
Yowani Country Club has 24 semi-contained motel units which makes this fantastic club the perfect getaway for your next golf adventure. Contact the Club on 02 62413377 for enquiries or to get your golf holiday in the nation's Capital underway. Or visit www.yowani.com.au.
For seventy eight years an integral part of the township of Marysville has been the golf course and when reading the history of the course in club member Liz Amos's book 'Marysville Community Golf and Bowls Club Inc. Before and after Black Saturday February 2009, it becomes obvious that the club has been very dependent on the hard work of community members for the development and the ongoing up-keep of the 18 hole course.
Whilst the course was extensively damaged during the 2009 Black Saturday bushfires yet again the local community, with considerable help from the green keeping staff, volunteers and the wider Victorian and Australian Community, has returned it to its former glory.
Nestled in a fertile valley of the Great Dividing Range this is one of Victoria's most picturesque courses. Set in a natural amphitheatre it is surrounded by mountains and the course has been designed to embrace the countryside and the Steavenson River which meanders through it.
Whilst the course has recovered very well from the fire damage the number of green fee players has diminished partly because until now accommodation in the town has been limited. There are now a number of accommodation options available in the town and Triangle area ranging from caravan parks, self- contained accommodation, B&B's, motels and the new Vibe Hotel & Conference Centre which will be opening in late 2014. Stay & Play packages are also available through the golf club. In fact, the Marysville community would love to show visitors how far they have come in their recovery and what a beautiful part of the world it is!
The clubhouse has been refurbished with the generous donation of funds from the Victorian Government and also significant benefactors. It offers new clubrooms, a bistro/function room with floor to ceiling windows overlooking the magnificent course, a spectacular outdoor deck area, a bar, and a golf shop/kiosk. Carts are available for hire as are clubs and pull buggies.
The course is situated in Marysville about 1 hours drive from Lilydale in the Eastern Suburbs of Melbourne and close to Healesville, Alexandra and Yea.
The newly laid carpet bowling green is adjacent to the golf course and bowls are available for hire seven days a week.
St Andrews Beach Golf Course on the Mornington Peninsula is quickly becoming one of Australia's most talked about courses, and the release of new on-site accommodation is certain to be popular with travelling golfers. St Andrews Beach Apartments offer modern, two-bedroom villas fully furnished with contemporary fittings with guests even able to enjoy exclusive access to their own private short game facility. The open plan design flows out to a spacious decking area complete with outdoor furniture and hooded barbeque ideal for golf getaways. Each bedroom features built-in wardrobes and the master bedroom also includes an ensuite complementing the main bathroom.
With an abundance of nearby attractions including world class wineries, superb restaurants, Hot Springs and spectacular coastline, the Mornington Peninsula is a perfect destination not just for keen golfers, but romantic getaways, family retreats or a weekend away with friends.
Nestled amongst the coastal dunes, and metres from the spectacular 13th Beach on Victoria's renowned Surf Coast, the highly ranked Barwon Heads links course has been providing an enjoyable challenge for all golfers since the early 1900's. Now, after significant improvements to the course, facilities and clubhouse, this club is a 'must golf' destination.
Since its creation over a century ago, the Barwon Heads Golf Club has been considered among the finest in the country.
The course planning over this time has resisted change for the sake of change. Rather, it has sought to preserve the brilliant natural contours of the landscape that shape the holes amid the sand dunes. This is one of the most alluring features of the course.
Relatively new to the course is a top class short game practice facility. It features various angles of greens, aprons and bunkers, replicating the natural contours found on the course. It's the perfect place to warm up, practice or take a short game lesson. Bordering the practice facility is the redeveloped Par-3 course and resurfaced tennis courts.
The clubhouse has also seen significant improvement.
Visitors to Barwon Heads will be familiar with the Barwon Heads Golf Club and its iconic clubhouse. Many, however, will be unaware of the accommodation provided within. In fact, the golf club has provided accommodation since the clubhouse was opened in 1924.
Back then it was described as Australia's first country club on the nation's first links course and the prestigious, members-only clubhouse opened to a great deal of fanfare. This was despite the fact the original twenty bedrooms shared two bathrooms and only four showers. However, as a result of renovations and improvements made over the years, the Heritage Victoria listed clubhouse now has 19 rooms, all with their own ensuite.
After a recent refurbishment all rooms are modern with elegant furnishings.
It is not only members who will benefit from the refurbishment. Non-members who are green-fee paying individuals, couples or groups can stay in the newly refurbished rooms on a bed-and-breakfast or full board 'stay-and-play' package. The packages are particularly popular with small groups who return to play golf year after year. These golfers comment on the level of accomplished service they receive in the clubhouse and the ambience of the surrounds.
The magnificent clubhouse is famed for its old-world charm. With stunning architecture and captivating views, it is a clubhouse designed for all seasons. House guests can enjoy the expansive balconies in summer or warm themselves after a Scottish links-like experience before the luxurious open fires during the cooler months.
The club extends a warm welcome to golfers to stay in the house and experience all that the wonderful club has to offer, including over 100 years of golfing history.
Located at the southern tip of the Mornington Peninsula with majestic views over Bass Strait, RACV Cape Schanck Resort, is perfectly positioned for a weekend getaway or longer.
The Robert Trent Jones Jnr-designed 18- hole golf course is continually ranked in Australia's top 100 public courses, and features huge greens, open bunkers, tree lined fairways and spectacular ocean views on eleven holes.
The resort provides a wide range of accommodation options. There are 48 contemporary Ocean View and Premium Ocean View rooms providing breathtaking views over Bass Strait, along with a further 4 two-bedroom Premium executive Suites. There are also 11 stylish two- and three-bedroom Villas nestled amongst the golf course, providing private and self-contained accommodation for families and groups.
The Restaurant, with panoramic views of the golf course, is open seven days a week for breakfast, lunch and dinner. A seasonal a la carte menu showcases the fresh regional produce.
Chef Andreas Koker, who has travelled the world refining his culinary skills, believes "food must be fresh, clean and taste as good as it looks" and he's true to his word. The wine and beer lists are impressive, with 14 local wineries represented.
If you want to grab a quick cafe-style meal or a drink after a round, the Golfers Lounge is the place to go. There's also plenty to do onsite, with a recreation room, tennis courts, gym, horizon edge heated pool, sauna and a spa. So when you need a few days' break, book yourself into RACV Cape Schanck Resort. From there, you'll be able to savour the fabulous Mornington Peninsula.
Perched within the backdrop of the Torquay and Jan Juc beaches, the resort is set on an expansive golf course with spectacular ocean views and beach access.
Opened in June 2013, the resort is an architectural delight, featuring rammed earth walls and gentle curves that mirror that of the landscape. Featuring 92 ocean or golf course view rooms and suites, day spa with Turkish Hammam bathing area and a full Restaurant, Bistro and bar, the resort has everything for your quick getaway or golfing adventure. For the non-golfers in your group, there are two multipurpose flood-lit tennis courts, a 25m heated indoor pool, gym, spa and sauna. There is even a children's playground and jumping pillow for the kids.
The fully-irrigated 18-hole par-71 golf course is a true test of golf, and features wide-open couch fairways, undulating greens, fescue rough, wetlands and ocean views. This traditional links-style golf course has recently been extensively redeveloped by Ogilvy Clayton, a Melbourne design team headed by former US Open champion Geoff Ogilvy and Mike Clayton, winner of multiple Australian and overseas tournaments.
The course is suitable for all levels, and there's a new practice area including practice bunkers.
Hire equipment is available including a brand-new fleet of electric carts.
Neat dress code is required and bookings essential.
Following your round, relax with a postgame drink on the terrace of the new Sports Lounge – White's Paddock, or just enjoy some of the other amenities that this spectacular resort has to offer.
Kalgoorlie Golf Course is an absolute gem, and may very well be one of the most "Australian" courses you will ever play. Designed by Graham Marsh, and owned by the city of Kalgoorlie-Boulder, this 18-hole par-72 championship course features an extremely playable layout, set in one of the most magnificent settings in the country.
With six different tee boxes, Kalgoorlie is playable for any–and I mean ANY–skill level. Played from the black tees, the course measures a staggering 6768m, making it one of the longest courses in Australia. The "public" tees are a more manageable 5933m, while other tees are available for members, ladies and even juniors.
The par-5s are equally strong. All four of them are solid three-shotters, including the monstrous 15th. Nicknamed the "Golden Mile", this 569m beauty features a blind second shot, a massive ravine along the right, bunkers at every turn and a very treacherous green. A par here feels like a birdie.
With a course of this calibre on offer, Kalgoorlie is a fantastic destination for a quick golfing holiday, corporate event or even an annual Social Golf Weekend, as it offers world-class golf, comfortable accommodation, and a unique "frontier town" nightlife scene. After golf, enjoy a tasty dinner or grab a few beers and mingle with the locals at one of the historic pubs, or kick back in your room at one of the many local hotels and dream about the next day's round at Kalgoorlie GC.
All in all, Kalgoorlie Golf Course is an amazing facility with a setting that is second to none. We are confident that this course will one day find itself listed among Australia's top rated courses.
You've likely heard of Joondalup, as it regularly features near the top of many of the regular golf course rankings. In truth, this is one spectacular facility, and is less than 30 minutes' drive from Perth. With three 9-hole layouts – The Dune, The Quarry and The Lake – Joondalup offers something for golfers of all levels.
The Quarry 9 is the most spectacular of the layouts, as it wends its way around steep limestone quarries and deep, menacing valleys. It is certainly the star of the facility – and a definite must-play layout.
It's hard to name just one standout hole at Joondalup – as there are many breathtaking (and jaw-dropping) choices. But you simply can't go past the Quarry's 3rd and 4th holes. Though only 136m from the back tees, the Quarry 3rd is one of the more intimidating holes in Australia, as hitting the green requires a forced carry over a "valley of death" in the front and right. If you do miss the green right, there is a steep path down to the bunker below (though this is not a recommended approach option!) After navigating this tricky par-3, you then must tackle the challenging par-5 4th, a double dog-leg uphill monster which wends its way around a large limestone cliff that protects an elevated green. A par on this hole almost feels like an eagle.
From tee to green, Joondalup is one of our favourite courses in WA. The perfectly manicured fairways, the soft and true greens, the tremendous staff and the breathtaking scenery all combined for a 5-star experience.
With your round finished, be sure to make your way to the fantastic on-site resort for some post-round drinks and dinner at Bistro 38, where you can enjoy the view over the lagoon style pool and out over the golf course. Complete the experience of this remarkable facility with a relaxing stay in one of 70 beautiful rooms and suites, seven function rooms including the stunning Lakeview Ballroom with views over the fairways (new in 2014), an outdoor lagoon style pool and heated spa, tennis courts, mini gymnasium, massage and beauty treatments, a cafe, restaurant, and cocktail lounge. In short – it is a perfect location for a golf getaway for groups of any sizes.
To make it even better, Inside Golf readers can take advantage of their special Stay & Play offer (see advertisement on this month's cover).
More information: (08) 9400 8888, info@joondalupresort.com.au, www.joondalupresort.com.au.
Over the past ten years, golf tours have become big business with the game being at its highest point ever in terms of spectators and participants. You can now arrange a golf tour in every part of the world, although some companies do it with style, panache and innovation. Executive Golf Tours, run and owned by Australians, is one such company that breaks the mold, bringing a much-need element of luxury and 5-star services to the affray.
Chon Buri Thailand is one of Southeast Asia's premier holiday destinations, its known for its all-year-round sun-drenched climate, and most importantly, one of the vastest selections of quality golf courses on the continent boasting 16 professional golf courses in the region, and has been voted as the number 1 golf holiday destination in the Asia/Pacific by the IAGTO, Executive Golf Tours is solely based in Chon Buri, and although there are large amounts of golf agents in the region, nobody else takes the same approach to golf tours.
Ever wanted a Ferrari to pick you up at the airport and sweep you away to a 5-star villa rental with its own service staff, swimming pool, a chauffeur on 24-hour call, personal chef, in-house massage therapists and with all your golf at some of Thailand's finest golf clubs such as Siam Country Club and Laem Chabang International Country Club?
The company is run by Australians who know what you want and will pull out all the stops. We know you work hard and deserve to have the time of your life while in Thailand, so their goal is to ensure that your 5-star executive golf holiday desires come true, and all of this for as little as $350 per day per person (excluding flights).
With the ten best golf courses in the Chon Buri region available to you and all the luxurious services imaginable, this will be a golf tour that surpasses anything currently on the market. The selection of hand-picked 5-star pool villas courtesy of Thailand's largest villa rental provider, ooze style, perfect for the luxury lifestyles of today's high-flyers. But the best bit is that the golf tours are extremely affordable and not out of the price range of those seeking out a once-in-a-lifetime golf holiday experience that culminates in memories that last forever.
Whilst renowned for its spectacular scenery and gastronomic delights, Italy also happens to host some of the world's most captivating golf courses. Travelrite International's Italian Golf Tour, hosted by Australian PGA Professional (and ex-Italian local) Robert Stock, explores the hidden jewels in Italy's golfing crown. And it'll give your epicurean tastebuds a good tickle too.
Here is just a taste of what's on offer for those joining Robert on his Italy Golf Tour in September.
Experience the unique Tuscan splendour of il golf di Ugolino, just outside Firenze. Officially recognised as one of fifty golf courses to play before you die, the course rolls out through olive groves, vineyards and orchards. Enjoy a post-game Chianti and tortellini in brodo in the centro storico of Florence.
Next, explore Golf Club Castelfalfi, a 27 hole golf course set slightly off the tourist track amidst 1100 hectares of beautiful countryside between Pisa and Florence. The estate, set around the borgo and castello (town and castle), dates back 2500 years to Etruscan times.
You will also experience a unique and magical stop in Venice, where you can enjoy your pre-game espresso in Circolo golf Venezia's original 1820's clubhouse and tee off on the surrounding 17th century ramparts. Venice has been awarded the 2013 Undiscovered Golf Destination of the Year by the IAGTO.
For more information about Travelrite International's Italy Golf Tour, which runs from 31 August-18 September 2014, call Travelrite International on 1800 033 436 or email heathmont@travelrite.com.au.
Pro Golf Experiences provides amateur golfers with the opportunity to experience what it is like to play on tour. Their golf holiday packages offer the ultimate golfing travel experience, and are perfect any golfer who loves both tropical paradise holidays and golf.
Hosted and run by PGA Professional Aaron Cox, these unique all-inclusive holiday events feature quality accommodation at resorts and hotels, entry into a professional event and even a golf clinic. The holidays give you the chance to take your place in an overseas Tour event, while enjoying a fun and sociable experience.
One upcoming event that may take your fancy is The Tusker Vanuatu Open (31 August to 10 September). This four-day (men) and three-day (ladies) event features a stableford format for B and C grade players, while A grade players and Professionals compete on Stroke.
After you touch down in Vanuatu on Sunday and arrive at the fabulous Mangoes Resort it's time to relax, unpack and to start winding down. Tuesday night is the official Cocktail Launch Party for the event, held at the majestic Holiday Inn. On Wednesday, enjoy the Pro-Am, where all the amateurs get to play a relaxing game in a fun four-ball team event. The fun continues after the Pro-Am with a BBQ dinner and presentation.
Thursday, the official first round of the Tusker Vanuatu Open. Following your first round enjoy a Beach BBQ at Holiday Inn sampling the very best cuisine Vanuatu offers. Friday begins Round 2, the nerves of day one have gone and now it's time to get into full swing.
Friday evening heralds the annual Vanuatu Open Calcutta. Get ready to bid as the Professionals are placed in teams of 4-5 and auctioned off. Bid on the team you think will win for your chance to take home hundreds of thousands of Vatu (the local currency).
Saturday is the Final Round of Ladies Open and the Third Round of the Men's. The ladies will tee off in the morning field. By midday the ladies are refreshed and seated for the presentation lunch. The champagne flows all afternoon and the ladies celebration can be heard across the fairways. Meanwhile, the men are making their move on the course in the third round. Saturday evening provides amateurs with a night to relax and clear their head in preparation for their final assault on the Port Vila Golf and Country Club. For the ladies, Sunday is the perfect opportunity to follow their favourite professionals, walking alongside as they play their final round. The atmosphere around the 18th green is magnificent with all the men and ladies and indeed the locals watching each group complete the tournament with excitement.
The Package includes: 10 nights' accommodation at Mangoes Resort or The Terraces, Breakfast daily at the Resort, Entry into the Tusker Vanuatu Open, Return Airfares from Brisbane to Port Vila, Transfers to the Golf Course on event days, Welcome Dinner and functions, Golf Clinic with PGA Professional Aaron Cox, Presentation Evening, golf shirt from Pro Golf Experiences, Airport transfers to and from Mangoes Resort/The Terraces. Bookings close 20 June 2014 unless sold out prior. Only $4,599 per person (Mangoes Resort) or $5,299 per person (The Terraces).
For bookings and enquiries contact info@progolfexperiences.com.au or use the booking form available at www.progolfexperiences.com.au.
* NB: Prices based on twin share accommodation, subject to availability. Limited bookings available.


Chances are good that you're unfamiliar with the BMW Z8, or E52 as it's known in BMW's internal model code--at least in person. It was a rare and low-volume car, with just 2,543 examples built for U.S. consumption, and only 5,703 built in total.
Born from the Z07 concept car, designed as an homage to the legendary BMW 507, the Z8 entered production in 1999 and ceased in 2003, though sales in the U.S. continued through 2006. The exterior design was executed by a man who would later start up his own extended-range electric vehicle company, the ill-fated Fisker, producer of the Karma.
Priced above $125,000, the Z8 used an all-aluminum build for its structure, and hosted the Z62 4.9-liter V-8 engine under its hood. Good for 400 horsepower, the Z8 was a quick car, hitting 60 mph from a stop in the low-to-mid four-second range. The Z8 was also very well balanced, clocking in with 50/50 front-rear weight distribution thanks to the V-8 engine's mounting position behind the front axle, effectively making it a front-mid-engined car. The BMW Z8's top speed was limited to 155 mph.
On the transmission front, the Z8 was only offered in the U.S. with a six-speed manual transmission, though the limited-run Alpina version of the Z8 (only 450 units were built to U.S. spec) offered a five-speed automatic transmission. The Alpina Z8 also offered slightly reduced horsepower, but greater torque for easier low-speed cruising.
One unusual feature for the Z8 was its use of neon tubes for some of the exterior lights, including the tail lights and turn indicators. BMW argued that the neon tubes were superior to conventional lights because of their durability (they were expected to last the life of the vehicle) and their quicker activation times.
Though all BMW Z8s were roadsters, each car came with an included metal hardtop (with glass rear window), painted to match the Z8's body. Aesthetically pleasing and eminently useful, the hardtop effectively transformed the Z8 into a coupe.
Widely regarded as an instant classic, the BMW Z8 also impressed with its performance. The Z8's aesthetic qualities also led it to be used in several movies and video games, including the James Bond film The World Is Not Enough, and video games like Forza Motorsport 4.
Though the Z8 lived a short life in automotive terms, it remains a coveted item for Bimmer enthusiasts, and one of the iconic designs of the late 20th century--a fitting tribute to the 507 it was built to honor.
This car is truly a classic, a real keeper!


text:
Here is a list of code families which contain perfect codes.
Golay code A \([23, 12, 7]\) perfect binary linear code with connections to various areas of mathematics, e.g., lattices [1] and sporadic simple groups [2]. Adding a parity bit to the code results in the \([24, 12, 8]\) extended Golay code. Up to equivalence, both codes are unique for their respective parameters.
Graph homology code This code's properties are derived from the size two chain complex associated with a particular graph. Given a connected simplicial (no self loops or muliedges) graph \(G = (V, E)\), which is not a tree, with incidence matrix \(\Gamma\) we can construct a code by choosing a parity check matrix which consists of all the linearly independent rows of \(\Gamma\). This is a \([n,k,d]\) code with \(n = |E|\), \(k = 1 - \mathcal{X}(G) = 1-|V|+|E|\), where \( \mathcal{X}(G)\) is the euler characteristic of the graph. The code distance is equal to the shortest size of a cycle, guaranteed to exist since \(G\) is not a tree.
Hamming code An infinite family of perfect linear codes with parameters \([2^r-1,2^r-r-1, 3]\) for \(r \geq 2\). Their \(r \times (2^r-1) \) parity check matrix \(H\) has all possible non-zero \(r\)-bit strings as its columns.
Perfect code An \((n,K,2t+1)_q\) binary or \(q\)-ary code is perfect if parameters \(n\), \(K\), \(t\), and \(q\) are such that the Hamming (a.k.a. sphere-packing) bound \begin{align} \sum_{j=0}^{t}(q-1)^{j}{n \choose j}\leq q^{n}/K \end{align} becomes an equality. For example, for a binary \(q=2\) code with one logical bit (\(K=2\)) and \(t=1\), the bound becomes \(n+1 \leq 2^{n-1}\). Perfect codes are those for which balls of Hamming radius \(t\) exactly fill the space of all \(n\) \(q\)-ary strings.
Perfect quantum code A non-degenerate code constructed out of \(q\)-dimensional qudits and having parameters \(((n,K,2t+1))\) is perfect if \(n\), \(K\), \(t\), and \(q\) are such that the quantum Hamming bound \begin{align} \sum_{j=0}^{t}(q^2-1)^{j}{n \choose j}\leq q^{n}/K \end{align} becomes an equality. For example, for a qubit \(q=2\) code with one logical qubit (\(K=2\)) and \(t=1\), the bound becomes \(3n+1 \leq 2^{n-1}\). The bound can be saturated only at certain \(n\).
Repetition code \([n,1,n]\) binary linear code encoding one bit of information into an \(n\)-bit string. The length \(n\) needs to be an odd number, since the receiver will pick the majority to recover the information. The idea is to increase the code distance by repeating the logical information several times. It is a \((n,1)\)-Hamming code.
Ternary Golay Code A \([11,6,5]_{GF(3)}\) perfect ternary linear code with connections to various areas of mathematics, e.g., lattices [1] and sporadic simple groups [2]. Adding a parity bit to the code results in the \([12, 6, 6]\) extended ternary Golay code. Up to equivalence, both codes are unique for their respective parameters.
Tetracode The \([4,2,3]_{GF(3)}\) self-dual MDS code with generator matrix \begin{align} \begin{pmatrix}1 & 0 & 1 & 1\\ 0 & 1 & 1 & 2 \end{pmatrix}~, \end{align} where \(GF(3) = \{0,1,2\}\). Has connections to lattices [1].
\([7,4,3]\) Hamming code Second-smallest member of the Hamming code family with generator matrix \begin{align} \left(\begin{array}{ccccccccccc} 1 & 0 & 0 & 0 & 1 & 1 & 0\\ 0 & 1 & 0 & 0 & 1 & 0 & 1\\ 0 & 0 & 1 & 0 & 0 & 1 & 1\\ 0 & 0 & 0 & 1 & 1 & 1 & 1 \end{array}\right)~. \end{align} Can be extended to yield the \([8,4,4]\) extended Hamming code.
\(q\)-ary Hamming code Member of an infinite family of perfect linear \(q\)-ary codes with parameters \([(q^r-1)/(q-1),(q^r-1)/(q-1)-r, 3]_q\) for \(r \geq 2\).
J. H. Conway and N. J. A. Sloane, Sphere Packings, Lattices and Groups (Springer New York, 1999). DOI
F. J. MacWilliams and N. J. A. Sloane. The theory of error correcting codes. Elsevier, 1977.

redpajama_set_name: RedPajamaCommonCrawl


Hi everyone! Today I'll be writing about one thing I am very passionate about…it's close to my heart and matters a lot to me. What about you? What do you feel strongly about and perhaps feel you should do something about? If you can't think of anything, I encourage you to search around. Being truly passionate about something is important in more ways than one — I think one of the most important is that you will almost certainly encounter people who feel strongly the opposite way, and there isn't a finer way of showing maturity and respect than engaging in a civil conversation with that person. I don't see that nearly enough right now…there's lots of strong feelings, but not nearly enough willingness to listen to the other person's side! It's okay to disagree, but please, please do not attack the other person. Listen, truly listen, to their feelings and value their opinion as another human being. With that, I now bring you one of my strongest passions.
The American Mustang: No, this is not the car — sorry if I disappointed you! You may not even know there are currently 67,027 wild horses and burros ranging on public Bureau of Land Management (BLM) lands right now in 11 western states (blm.gov). Wild Mustangs (and burros, later on) have ranged for hundreds of years, and the population has risen and fallen as the years passed. By 1971, though, the population had declined to a dangerous level (due to a variety of factors, a predominate one being ranchers killing them because they were eating their cattle's grazing lands), and the Wild Free-Roaming Horses & Burros Act was put in place to protect these historic symbols of America.
Forty-six years later, we are now in the complete opposite situation — we have too many horses and burros for the land to sustain. The BLM has established an Appropriate Management Level (AML) for each Herd Management Area (HMA). Each HMA can vary greatly in acreage, but the 111 HMAs that currently exist add up to about 31.6 million acres. I know that's a lot and it seems to work out to about 470 acres per animal, except it's not that simple. Only 29.6 million of those total 31.6 million acres are managed by the BLM, and of those 29.6 million, large portions are leased out to farmers to graze their cattle on. Some people even reside in an HMA. In short, there's no easy way to describe an HMA — you're dealing with 111 different pieces of land in 11 states, and within each state, the climate can vary enormously. An HMA in Oregon may be quite lush and able to sustain far more horses and burros than one in arid Arizona, for example.
Thus, the maximum AML for all 111 HMAs is 26,715. The BLM has set this based on each HMA's climate, acreage, other inhabitants, and any other factors that may affect the well-being of the horses and burros. This number is to promote healthy conditions on the range and ensure each HMA can adequately support the horses and/or burros that live in it. It doesn't take much math to realize the current level of horses and burros (67,027) is over 2.5 times more than the AML (26,715). How did this happen? One, female horses and burros on HMAs are having a baby (or twins) pretty much every year, starting around the age of three and continuing their entire life (or until they're rounded up). Thus, if just one mare is allowed to stay on the range her entire life, and let's say she dies at the age of 20 (a normal lifespan of a wild horse), she could have had 17 babies (or more). Now let's say her particular herd has 20 other mares. If they all have a baby the same year, there are now 21 babies — the herd has increased by 21 — in just one year! And this is just a small sampling; it pales in comparison to the 67,027 total horses and burros currently out there.
Another factor that has contributed to the huge current level is finances. The BLM is controlled by the government, which means they only have so much money to spend on managing the wild horses and burros. The BLM is not only in charge of all these animals; they also control other public lands, recreation, hunting, energy and mineral extraction operations, and much more. The Wild Horse & Burro Program is only one area of their focus! To try to control the herd levels, they hold roundups periodically throughout each year, or treat and release mares with a type of birth control (it's not 100% effective, and it only lasts for a year). But all of these procedures cost money and take an enormous amount of time, energy, and planning, so if any of those are not available, the roundups or birth control treatments simply do not happen. But the Mustangs and burros don't simply put breeding on hold, so in the meantime, the herd sizes just keep increasing! Eventually, the HMA will become so overgrazed and overworked that it cannot grow anything to sustain the horses and burros, and they will literally starve to death, eat dangerous plants that kill them out of hunger, or wander in search of better forage and end up getting hit on a public roadway. This is devastating and terribly sad, but it's the stark reality of what happens without management, or under-management.
So what can we do? The BLM holds adoption events throughout the country several times each month, and an organization called the Mustang Heritage Foundation (MHF) holds several competitions each year called the Extreme Mustang Makeover, where trainers are assigned a wild Mustang, given about 100 days to train it, and then compete after those 100 days to demonstrate their horse's skills. Following the conclusion of the competition, all are auctioned off to happy new owners who get a trained symbol of the American West for a very fair price. Many of the trainers are willing to stay in contact with you after you take the Mustang home, and help you in case you have any problems. Some will even take the horse back home with them to put in another month or two of training, then bring it to you. The MHF also has a program called the Trainer Incentive Program (TIP), where you can go to an adoption and select a completely-untrained Mustang or burro, let a TIP trainer do the initial gentling, and then you can officially adopt it and have many happy years together!
If you want a horse, I highly recommend you consider adopting a Mustang (or burro!), either completely untouched (only if you have prior training experience or if you will be supervised, though!), TIP trained (only $125 for the Mustang; the training is free), or through an Extreme Mustang Makeover event (anywhere from $200 to over $1,000; it varies a lot). Different levels of training for each of those options ensures almost anyone can find the "right" horse for them.
Go to https://www.blm.gov/programs/wild-horse-and-burro/about-the-program or http://mustangheritagefoundation.org/ to learn more facts, figures, and FAQs about pretty much anything you want to, from how to observe horses and burros in the wild to adoption schedules and Extreme Mustang Makeover events.
Donate to the MHF. They're a 501(c)(3) organization and truly do a lot not only for Mustangs and burros, but also for the trainers who are involved in the TIP program or Extreme Mustang Makeovers. You can donate a set amount or you can purchase an item from their online store — it all goes to their dedicated efforts to raise awareness about the plight of the Mustangs and burros.
Watch Unbranded (available on iTunes, Netflix, and Amazon either as digital or DVD/Blu-Ray). It's an EXCELLENT documentary that does an outstanding job of showing all sides of the debate (leave the animals untouched, manage them, or remove them). It's also pretty thrilling to watch for the story and scenic shots. I'm going to leave it at that because I really just want you to watch it, not read my review of it!
Truly understand the situation Mustangs and burros are in right now. You'll hear from people, sadly mistaken, who say we shouldn't bother the Mustangs and burros, or that the BLM is removing all of them and there won't be any left in a year. I'm sorry, but the data that I have listed above is 100% true. Mustangs and burros are in excess on public lands. They are starving to death. Babies are trying to nurse off of their dead mothers. And just leaving them alone will NOT take care of the problem; in fact, it will exacerbate it. Don't take my word for it if you don't want to — in fact, I encourage you to go to the BLM website. Read the reports and figures for yourself. Look up pictures of recently-rounded-up Mustangs and burros. Watch Unbranded. Heck, go out west to an HMA and see for yourself! Not every Mustang and burro is starving to death, but there are plenty. We need to get to a point where that isn't an issue; where the 26,715 appropriate management level is met and not exceeded; where holding pens aren't overcrowded with animals waiting to be adopted; and where horse people have the same passion I have, ignore the fancy five- or six-figure purebred Dutch Warmblood, and adopt an American Mustang!
Here's Blondie, my own American Mustang!
I am writing this on behalf of all my fellow classmates who are over the age of 22 years old.
I am actually 24 years old and anticipate to graduate in 2017. I transferred here in Fall 2014, to continue my journey in studying Elementary Education.
If you think about it, spring 2014 was when most of the traditional college students graduated, which means that the students who were my age at the time had already graduated just before I came here, while I was just fresh into my true college life experience.
I'm not going to lie, I felt a little unsettled at first about being a little older than some of my classmates, and if anything also intimidated.
Although I had taken several of my general education courses at Meramec, this experience was a lot different! I was in smaller classrooms, with less people, and everyone seemed to know each other and be friends.
Like I said, it's rough going to a new place and not knowing anyone.
For my first 2 semesters, I was pretty low-key. I wasn't very involved on campus, and I mostly just cared about my academics.
We get to December 2015, where I finally decided to take a step in the water and get involved.
I started attending more on-campus events, and even applied to be a student leader in Griffin 101.
I think Griffin 101 was the biggest break through I had. Janelle Densberger helped me out in so many ways to become outgoing, yet professional in helping new students feel welcome at Fontbonne. I had a fantastic companion; Lizz Brooks who also knows how it feels to be a little older than traditional students, and is also one of my greatest friends I have here! I joined this group because I knew how it felt to be the new student, and I wanted to make sure each new student felt welcome and included into the griffin family. No matter what age, race, gender etc.
After Griffin 101, I felt like I wanted to do so much more on campus, and the joy I feel when surrounded by this beautiful community who also feels the same.
Age is the last thing that should matter when going to college, and what truly matters is that you are doing something so meaningful for yourself. You're getting an education, and on the road to getting that degree!
Getting involved on campus is like icing on the cake! You build your resume up, you meet people of similar interests, and you develop all sorts of connections. I also believe involvement helps you grow in so many different ways, and by the time graduation comes you'll be able to look back at many good memories of your college journey.
Needless to say, I think this year has been a great year and probably one of my favorites. I was never one to get involved in school, and the outcomes of doing so are incredible. As a future teacher, it also pushes me further out of my comfort zone to be more extroverted and not be afraid to try new things.
Okay, so it's not Halloween quite yet…I know! But if you're not a celebrator of the holiday itself, it's not a huge deal. I prefer to think of it as part of the whole fall experience — a specific day to go all out and celebrate fall. I am not a fan of haunted houses, witches, skeletons, ghosts, or any of the other holiday-specific traditions. It's not because I am scared of them, but as a Christian I just can't say they are in line with my beliefs. This is just my personal opinion…I think it's totally fine if you have fun participating in these activities, especially if it's an opportunity to be outside and enjoy the weather!
With that said, my previous Halloweens have included hayrides, bonfires, and…trick-or-treating with my horses! Where I live is not conducive (or even possible) for trick-or-treating, unless you want to walk two miles and only visit three or four houses. My church always had a really nice event when I was growing up called Trunk or Treat, where people would decorate the trunks of their cars with a theme and hand out candy, so I still had the classic experience of dressing up and having some Halloween fun.
Stay safe and enjoy the day, whatever your plans include. (yes, it's a regularly scheduled day at Fontbonne, but rumor has it there are multiple bowls of candy around campus…..just saying……) Happy Halloween!


text:
TechCrunch COO departs after eight years
by Chris Roush · July 20, 2020
Ned Desmond, the chief operating officer of tech news site TechCrunch, is leaving the company after eight years.
Desmond writes, "Personally, I have lost count of the founders who told me that TechCrunch inspired them to start a company. TechCrunch has over 20 million readers in a hot month, which I take as a good sign for the future of entrepreneurship. And to date, the 902 companies that participated in Battlefield, our signature startup competition, have raised $9 billion and produced 115 exits, most recent among those being Postmates. In that way and many others, TechCrunch delivers.
"It's no secret that media, especially the journalistic variety, is a tough business. I came to TechCrunch firm in the view that a strong editorial mission and editorial integrity are the twin foundations of any journalist-driven business success. It's easy for short-term business considerations to chip away those principals, but one of my key roles has been to hold the line. Editorial crews are at their best when they have the brand's lead and their business colleagues have their back, even as they dance through the ever shifting media revenue game. That is how we rolled for the past eight years.
"As a result, the editorial team is TechCrunch's' crown jewel. Under Matthew Panzarino, they have become a globally respected journalistic force as well as one of the most multi-talented and productive teams anywhere in media."
Tags: TechCrunchTechnology coverage
Next story Goldberg named business reporter at The Oregonian
Previous story New NY Times biz reporter Nelson "never settles"


text:
by POINT IAS November 1, 20188:39 am September 30, 2018
What is the difference between the Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC) and the Public Accounts Committee (PAC)?
A structured committee system was introduced in 1993 to provide for greater scrutiny of government functioning by Parliament. Most committees of Parliament include MPs from both the Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha.
A Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC) is an ad-hoc body. It is set up for a specific object and duration. Joint committees are set up by a motion passed in one house of Parliament and agreed to by the other. The details regarding membership and subjects are also decided by Parliament.
The Public Accounts Committee (PAC), however, is constituted every year. Its main duty is to ascertain how the money granted (budget) by Parliament has been spent by the government. The PAC scrutinises the accounts of the government on the basis of CAG reports. The composition and functions of the committee are governed by parliamentary procedures. The PAC can consist of 15 to 22 members. Not more than 15 members can be from the Lok Sabha, and the representation from the Rajya Sabha cannot exceed 7 members. A minister cannot be a member of the PAC.
The PAC examines cases involving losses and financial irregularities. Its examination is usually limited to the scrutiny of CAG reports and issues raised by the reports. The committee expresses no opinion on points of general policy, but it is within PAC's jurisdiction to point out whether there has been waste in carrying out that policy. The mandate of a JPC depends on the motion constituting it. This need not be limited to the scrutiny of government finances.
JPC recommendations have persuasive value but the committee cannot force the government to take any action on the basis of its report. The government may decide to launch fresh investigations on the basis of a JPC report. However, the discretion to do so rests entirely with the government. The government is required to report on the follow-up action taken on the basis of the recommendations of the JPC and other committees. The committees then submit 'Action Taken Reports' in Parliament on the basis of the government's reply. These reports can be discussed in Parliament and the government can be questioned on the basis of the same.
Source: PRS


Vascon Windermere: Affordable homes in Pune!
Vascon Engineers Ltd. has launched a new project called Vascon Windermere at Koregaon Park in Pune. The magnificent project has 3 BHK, 4 BHK and 5 BHK apartments of different configurations to meet the needs of different home buyers.
The residential project offers several amenities of international standards which allows home buyers to enjoy an urban lifestyle. The project has a gymnasium, kids' play area, swimming pool, sauna room, tennis court, Wi-Fi connectivity, and a landscaped garden.Vascon Windermere Pune offers all the amenities that you desire.
Situated in a prime area of Pune, Koregaon Park is just 4.4 kilometres and 8.2 kilometres away from the Pune railway station and airport. It has a number of well-known schools, renowned hospitals, hotels, bank branches, shopping malls, and other lifestyle centres which provide endless facilities for residents.
Koregaon Park is located south of the Mula- River in Pune. It is situated just 3 - 5 kilometres away from Pune railway station and just 6 kilometres away from International Airport. The complex is well-connected to surrounding areas including Kalyani Nagar, Yerwada, Magarpatta, Ghorpadi, and Sangamwadi. A number of famous tourist spots are also near the area including the Osho Ashram, German Bakery,Hotel Westin, and Chabad House.
Koregaon Park is in close proximity to Kalyani Nagar and Pune's primary IT/ITES hub. The Boat Club Road is also situated 2 kilometres away from Koregaon Park. A number of leading schools are located in the area are Noah's Ark Preschool and Daycare School, Sant Gadhge Maharaj School, Poona International School, St. Joseph's School, Vidyalaya English School, and Vidyalaya. There are a number of renowned hospitals like Rajarshi Shahu Maharaj Hospital, Budhrani Hospital, Bhavani Hospital, Inlaks, and Budhrani Hospital. Popular hotels in the area are Oakwood Hotel, The Westin,Malaka Spice, and Park Central.
Koregaon Park is one of the most sought-after residential areas in Puneand has seen an immense demand for residential properties. Vascon Windermere price is affordable and the developer is offering a number of easy payment options. Making an investment inVascon Windermereis sure to good returns in the near future.
Premium pet care solutions by The Peppy Paws.
Garbage chute with treatment plant.


text:
Posted bychiadmin	 August 3, 2020
Crystal Martin, MD, took a winding Path to become a family medicine physician. now that she's caring for patients in her hometown of Lexington, she's right where she wants to be.
Crystal Martin, MD, says her family claims her interest in science and medicine stems from childhood, but she's not so sure. She jokes that her pursuit of a career in medicine began with her affinity for comfy attire.
"I went to Bethune-Cookman University intending to major in accounting, but when I learned we had to dress up on Business Wednesdays, I decided to go into science so I could wear scrubs," Dr. Martin said. "I changed my major to biology."
Dr. Martin entered medical school at the University of Louisville but left after a year to work as a medical researcher at The University of Memphis. During her time in the workforce, her desire to become a physician didn't fade, so she returned to medical school. She completed her coursework at the American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine and her clinical rotations in the United Kingdom before performing a residency in family medicine at the University of Kentucky.
"It's gratifying for me when people who are at their most vulnerable seek my advice as a medical professional and want to know what I could do to help them," Dr. Martin said. "That's why I chose family medicine."
Dr. Martin practiced family medicine in Cookeville, Tennessee, for several years after residency before she and her husband decided to return to Lexington. It was more than a hometown homecoming. When Dr. Martin joined CHI Saint Joseph Medical Group – Primary Care at 1401 Harrodsburg Road, Suite B-160 in Lexington, on Jan. 1, 2020, she returned to a health system she knew well — she'd worked as a medical assistant at Saint Joseph East before beginning her residency.
"My faith is important to me, and I like that CHI Saint Joseph Health has a faith-based foundation," Dr. Martin said. "Believing in something greater than me helps motivate me each day."
Helping people in the community in which she grew up is a dream come true for Dr. Martin.
"I've encountered people who knew me when I was younger and are proud of me," she said. "It's nice to be home where people know me and recognize what I went through to become a physician."
"I'm here to be a health advocate for every patient who comes to see me."
A version of this article originally appeared in the Spring 2020 edition of Spirit of Health. For more stories like this one, subscribe to Spirit of Health magazine today.
Posted bychiadmin August 3, 2020 Posted inHealth & Wellness, Patients & Providers
Celebrating Our People – Meet Sherrie
Facing Cancer Together


text:
Dieter Wisliceny
SS-Hauptsturmführer
Dieter Wisliceny (January 13 1911 – May 4 1948) was a member of the Nazi SS, and a key executioner of the Final Solution of the Jewish Question, the final phase of the Holocaust. Wisliceny was extradited to Czechoslovakia, where he was tried and hanged for war crimes in 1948.
Eichmann was in every respect a painstaking bureaucrat. He at once recorded in the files every discussion he ever had with any of his superiors. He always told me that the most important thing was to be covered at all times by one's superiors. He shunned all personal responsibility and took care to shelter behind his superiors - in this case Mueller and Kaltenbrunner - and inveigle them into accepting liability for his actions.
Quoted in "Gestapo: Instrument of Tyranny" - Page 240 - by Edward Crankshaw - History - 1956
It was perfectly clear to me that this order spelled the death of millions of people. I said to Eichmann, 'God grant that our enemies never have the opportunity of doing the same to the German people', in reply to which Eichmann told me not to be sentimental; it was an order of the Fuhrer's and would have to be carried out.
The Mufti was one of the initiators of the systematic extermination of European Jewry and had been a collaborator and advisor of Eichmann and Himmler in execution of this plan...He was one of Eichmann's best friends and had constantly incited him to accelerate the extermination measures. I heard him say, accompanied by Eichmann, he had visited incognito the gas chamber of Auschwitz.
In a conversation with Endre Steiner in Bratislava (June 1944). Allegedly quoted in "The Myth of Hitler's Pope: How Pope Pius XII Rescued Jews from the Nazis" - Page 136 - by David G. Dalin - Political Science - 2005
This quote can't be found in online versions of the text
Retrieved from "https://en.wikiquote.org/w/index.php?title=Dieter_Wisliceny&oldid=2539310"


text:
Q: Magento 1.9 - how to set rules to invalidate old "version numbers" for the cache's store on the client's local computers I have been suffered from users on my website couldn't see the update because of cache. On searching on Google, most of posts are noted like just flushing cache on back-end site and via FTP.
Btw even me from development team, when i didn't clear cache on my own browser, i couldn't see the image i just updated.
So i want to know about cache management which can control how quickly client's will see updated version of our site.
And option our development team can pursue is cache management via .htaccess. I would need to set rules to invalidate old "version numbers" for the cache's store on the client's local computers.
Could you share your opinion about this? Thank you so much!

redpajama_set_name: RedPajamaStackExchange


The following suggestions are just some of the experiences you can enjoy while visiting Potter and Tioga Counties. Be sure to check out all our attractions, dining and lodging options to make it your own Made in the Mountains experience. And, of course, if you need assistance, please contact the Visit Potter Tioga. We're happy to help with your planning or provide additional information about all the great things Potter and Tioga Counties have to offer.
Rich with verdant state forest land, glistening lakes and rivers, and stunning natural attractions like the Pennsylvania Grand Canyon, Potter and Tioga counties in northern Pennsylvania are worthy destinations for all types of adventurers. Enhance your getaway to Wellsboro, Coudersport, and other charming communities with one of the following experiences.
1. Bike the Pine Creek Rail Trail.
Pedal through the majestic Pine Creek Gorge - known as the Pennsylvania Grand Canyon - on the Pine Creek Rail Trail, which travels through the bottom of the landmark. Pine Creek Outfitters in Wellsboro offers bicycle rentals and a shuttle service for convenient pick up/drop off.
2. Explore Leonard Harrison State Park on the Pennsylvania Grand Canyon's east rim.
Take in some of the most beautiful panoramas of the gorge from the main overlook at Leonard Harrison State Park. Stop by the visitor center and gift shop, and get your heart pumping on the challenging-yet short-Overlook Trail.
The easy Rim Trail at Colton Point State Park is great for families, linking all the overlook viewing areas, while the difficult Turkey Path Trail is ideal for seasoned hikers and offers a view of a 70-foot waterfall.
4. Book an unforgettable guided Pennsylvania Grand Canyon tour.
Ole Covered Wagon Tours offers two-hour covered wagon excursions that travel into the heart of the canyon and include insight into the area's history. Choose the four-hour waterfall tour on Wednesdays to add a waterfall stop to your ride.
5. Embark on a Pennsylvania whitewater-rafting adventure on Pine Creek's class II and III rapids.
Wellsboro's Canyon Cruises offers guided trips through the canyon that include cool perks like waterfall hikes, wildlife watching, and hearty lunches.
6. Survey calmer waters on a stand-up paddleboard.
Crooked Roots Adventures in Gaines will set you up with everything you need to get out on the lake or give you a paddling lesson followed by a one- to two-hour guided float.
7. Experience the area's dense woodlands, sprawling meadows, and peaceful rivers on horseback.
Tioga and Potter county's bucolic landscapes are even more breathtaking with a horse in frame. Summit Trail Ridesin Coudersport boast an array of rides for all abilities.
8. Stargaze at Pennsylvania's only Gold Level International Dark-Sky Park at Cherry Springs State Park.
Unobstructed 360-degree views of the night sky await on Wild Asaph Outfitters for a stargazing tour.
9. Enjoy a guided rock-climbing trip at Asaph Wild Area.
Ascend large sandstone rocks amid lush forests under the wing of a rock-climbing pro from Pine Creek Outfitters. Full-day trips include climbing gear, instruction, and lunch.
10. Fly-fish at Rainbow Paradise Trout Farm and Fishing Park in Coudersport.
Multiple ponds are stocked with thousands of trout - guaranteeing that you'll bag a catch. Rods are available for rental, and fishing licenses are not required.
When you travel to Visit Potter Tioga, you'll find attractions, lodging, dining, and shopping that are uniquely Potter and Tioga Counties. Start your first morning with Ole Covered Wagon Tours on a horse-drawn covered wagon ride through the bottom of the Canyon. This guided excursion is a great introduction to the history of the Pennsylvania Grand Canyon. Relax to the clippity-clop of the horses as you enjoy the surrounding scenery, and you might even catch sight of some indigenous wildlife and foliage. The tours operate from the beginning of May through the end of October. Please check the schedule for availability. After your wagon ride, journey to Leonard Harrison State Park for a view of the Gorge from above. You'll see the trail you traveled from a new perspective. Take some time to view the video in the visitors' center then stroll along the walkways to view this spectacular area. For another view, head to Colton Point State Park on the West Rim of the Canyon. If you feel like a short hike, Barbour Rock trail is located along the left side of Colton Road before you enter the park. This ADA accessible trail leads you to a breathtaking lookout. Or if you prefer, stay in your vehicle and drive into the park. You can stop at other lookouts that only require a few steps to viewing areas.
On your next day, see the area from the comfort of your own vehicle. The Visit Potter Tioga website has three downloadable driving tours available including Woods & Vistas, Farmland, and Lakes. Or, stop in to our Visitors Center located at 2053 Route 660 in Wellsboro and we'll provide you with a printed copy. The driving tours offer turn-by-turn directions. They vary in length and areas of the county. Or, you can just explore some of our many attractions, small towns, and scenic areas.
One option is drive to the northern part of the county. A must-stop is Draper's Super Bee Apiaries located in Millerton. From Route 15 north of Mansfield, take the exit for Route 287, and at the end of the exit ramp, turn right onto 287 north. Follow until you come to the junction of Route 328 (red light), turn right onto Route 328 east and continue for approximately seven miles. You will see the blue and white state sign directing you to take the next left turn. At Draper's, you'll find out about their Made in the Mountains business, which includes supplying honey to the White House for over 25 years, shipping honey products around the United States and many other countries around the world. Drapers loves to give tours. Hours of operation are Monday – Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM and Saturdays, 8 AM to 1 PM.
After learning about honey products, how about some Made in the Mountains maple syrup? Follow 328 back to 287 north. Turn right onto 287 north and follow it to Lawrenceville where you will catch Route 49 west. This road will take you to Westfield where you will turn left onto Route 349 south to Sabinsville, follow signs from Sabinsville to Patterson's. Patterson's Maple Farms offer tours Monday through Saturday, 10 AM to 5 PM (due to the nature of a working farm, these hours are subject to change, so please call to make tour arrangements). Patterson's is the largest producer of maple syrup in Pennsylvania and the second largest private producer in the United States. Patterson's is one of many maple producers in Tioga County. For a chance to tour all of the maple operations and sample their many goodies, visit the area during the annual Maple Weekend. Held in March every year, this weekend provides visitors with the opportunity to see how sap is gathered and turned into sweet treats!
When you depart Patterson's you can travel back to Route 349 and follow it to where it ends in Gaines. Turn left at the stop sign and you are travelling Route 6 east back to your lodging. Depending on time, you might like to consider dinner at the Log Cabin Inn, the Old Antlers Inn, or the Ansonia Valley Inn before you head back to your room.
On Day Three, it's all about you. Pamper yourself with a massage or other services by Emerge Healing Arts Spa in downtown Wellsboro. Emerge offers spa services like hot stone massage and integrative massage, salon services, and yoga instruction. After some healing relaxation, a trip to Highland Chocolates, our local chocolate maker or to the shops of Tioga County is in order. Stroll beautiful downtowns, find some local products, or enjoy lunch at one of our area restaurants. When you're here, we want to make sure you have a great time Made in Potter and Tioga Counties!
Are you an active adventurer who's looking for a more hands-on experience? We have it in Visit Potter Tioga! Start out with an introduction to the Pennsylvania Grand Canyon at Leonard Harrison (East Rim) or Colton Point State Park (West Rim). Take a challenging hike on the Turkey Path (from either rim) which descends to the bottom of the Gorge. Enjoy waterfalls along the way, but remember to wear sturdy hiking shoes and pack some water.
If you'd like to add some biking to your trip, there are lots of options. Would you like to travel along the Pine Creek Rail Trail, a 62-mile long trail that starts just north of Wellsboro and travels south through the PA Grand Canyon and ends in Jersey Shore, PA? This trail is a hard-pack gravel surface with a 2% grade along its entire length which travels slightly downhill from north to south. The trail offers opportunities to enjoy the scenery, enjoy a picnic or stop at some villages located along it. Bike rental and shuttle service is available through Pine Creek Outfitters should you opt to ride the trail in one direction.
If you'd prefer mountain biking, we have it. There are many trails to enjoy on your own, or if you prefer, you can set up a guided mountain biking experience with Pine Creek Outfitters. Imagine miles of some great single track on old logging roads and on smooth forest roads through the Tioga State Forest.
With eight lakes and Pine Creek available, canoeing and kayaking are also options. Early spring is a great time to raft Pine Creek, and guided services and equipment are available through Pine Creek Outfitters and Canyon Cruises. Kayak and canoe rentals are also available for the lakes if you would prefer to enjoy the waterways during the summer or fall. You can pick up your boats or have them delivered to your waterway of choice.
On another day, how about a guided horseback ride with Tioga Trail Rides. Take a one-hour or two-hour ride on gentle horses while you enjoy some beautiful scenery. Reservations are required, but walk-ins are welcome if a ride is already going out.
Your evening can be spent with Canyon Country Cabs going to a stargazing event at Cherry Springs State Park. Let them do the driving as they pick you up and return you to your lodging facility for an evening of organized star or moon gazing at the darkest spot east of the Mississippi.
Your next day can start with 18 holes of golf at Tyoga Country Club, given a four-star rating by Golf Digest. This course offers challenge, beauty, and an opportunity to enjoy the views. And if you'd like to enjoy more views from the air, do some aerial sightseeing with a plane tour at Wellsboro-Johnston Airport.


text:
In the 1970s era of rock's theatrical excesses, Sorcery delivered next level performances in which a battle ensued on stage between illusionists portraying Merlin versus Satan.While Alice Cooper and KISS brought costumes, gore and flashpots to the mainstream, these Los Angeles hard rockers integrated live magic, theatrical drama and fourth wall breaking performance for new heights in musical storytelling. While Sorcery consists of professional musicians-the core group being guitarist Richard (Smokey) Taylor, vocalist Greg Magie and bassist Richie King-two magicians also performed on stage when they played live. The band's nearly immediate local popularity from their debut in 1975 also made them in demand for film and TV. Enter: Stunt Rock.Way before Jackass, before Crocodile Dundee, contemporaneous with Kiss Meets The Phantom Of The Park and as timeless as classic Heavy Metal, there was Stunt Rock. The 1978 low budget, high concept B-movie integrated hard rock, magic, dangerous stunts and an early form of mockumentary filmmaking into an epic feature film about an Australian stunt man reunited with his American cousin (and Sorcery member) in L.A., and all Hell breaks loose.Sorcery composed the soundtrack-which also served as the band's debut album -and were shown performing songs throughout the film. The Stunt Rock soundtrack highlights the sweet spot between the playful, campy occult imagery of the 70s before Satanic Panic and the religious right's kayfabe outrage pushed bands to tone things down in favor of glam pomp. What one gets here is pure, knobby occult heavy metal that sounds something like Sin After Sin-era Judas Priest with Robert Plant on vocals, crossed with the melodrama of Alice Cooper and The Who's rock operas. The songs are taut, quickly shifting from part to part, motif to overture. The tunes are infinitely catchy and laden with attention grabbing titles like "Talking To The Devil", "Mark of The Beast", "Stuntrocker" and "Burned Alive." On the surface, the film Stunt Rock seems campy and crazy enough to be embraced even if the music weren't all that exciting, but Sorcery proves that their work deserves to be seriously appreciated in the canon of classic rock.
Label: RIDING EASY
Stunt Rock - O.S.T.
Artist: Stunt Rock


text:
João Luiz Vitti (Piracicaba, 30 de outubro de 1967) é um ator brasileiro. Celebre como protagonista de Despedida de Solteiro, O Direito de Nascer e Essas Mulheres.

Carreira
Iniciou sua carreira teatral em 1983 ao ingressar, por influência das aulas de História do Teatro, ministradas no Colégio Salesiano Dom Bosco em Piracicaba, no Grupo Teatral Shekyspira. Seu primeiro personagem em teatro foi Pedro Rocha Teixeira da peça A Escola, de Miguel M. Abrahão. Seu primeiro prêmio como melhor ator se deu em 1984 durante o 3º FESTE (Festival Salesiano de Teatro Educativo) do estado de São Paulo com o personagem Tom, da peça Pássaro da Manhã de Miguel M. Abrahão. Em sua carreira no teatro, fez apenas uma única peça infantil: Joãozinho Anda Pra Trás, de Lúcia Benedetti.

Seu trabalho na peça teatral O Concílio do Amor, dirigida por Gabriel Vilela em 1989, deu-lhe a chance de obter o primeiro convite, feito por Reynaldo Boury, para novelas da Rede Globo. Ao protagonizar o personagem Xampu, de Despedida de Solteiro, ganhou fama nacional, sendo que, até hoje, é lembrado por esse papel.

Vida pessoal
Durante a adolescência morou nos Estados Unidos, onde jogava futebol profissionalmente na categoria sub-15. João se formou na primeira turma de artes cênicas da Universidade Estadual de Campinas (UNICAMP), em 1989. Em 1994 começou a namorar a atriz Valéria Alencar, e foram viver juntos 6 meses após. O pedido de casamento veio dia 28 de outubro, exatos 25 anos após. Um ano antes, em 2 de novembro de 1995, nasce o primeiro filho do casal, o ator Rafael Vitti. Em 18 de julho de 1997 nasce o segundo filho, o também ator Francisco Vitti.

Filmografia

Televisão

Teatro

Bibliografia
 Dicionário da TV Globo: Programas de dramaturgia & entretenimento - Projeto Memória das Organizações Globo (Brazil) - Edição ilustrada - Editora Jorge Zahar Editor, 2003 - ISBN 857110722X

Naturais de Piracicaba
Atores do estado de São Paulo
Brasileiros de ascendência italiana
Budistas do Brasil
Membros da Soka Gakkai

redpajama_set_name: RedPajamaWikipedia


In order to continue to serve you better, we have moved to Flat-Rate Direct Shipping in our former Philadelphia/S. Jersey pick-up areas. This means you can enjoy the convenience of ordering on your own schedule, pre-paid return labels for returning your shipper, and flat-rate shipping fees (which are not available anywhere else). For details, please read below or be in touch.
Wait, why aren't you offering the pick-ups at synagogues/homes any more?
Running our own vans was no longer economical: It became too expensive to continue to make our own deliveries in the Philadelphia area. Our switch to shipping bulk orders via FedEx was bulky and expensive, and created additional support work for host institutions. Our Philadelphia delivery rates hadn't increased in 8 years and had become unsustainable.
Delays are inconvenient: Delays can cause major inconveniences for hosts and customers, including wasted or repeated trips or other scheduling challenges, especially right before holidays. Keeping everyone informed in the event of delays is challenging, and can cause additional frustrations.
You shouldn't have to wait! Waiting to order for pick-up every two weeks makes it harder to enjoy Grow & Behold meats year-round, on your schedule.
But I've been a loyal customer for years -- do I now have to pay regular shipping?
Nope! These rates are only available to customers in our Philadelphia/S. Jersey and Buying Club areas located in our 1- or 2-day Shipping Zones, for orders over $150 shipped in the Ground network. Smaller orders and Priority Overnight orders will be rated at our standard FedEx rates (which are still, by the way, heavily discounted from retail FedEx shipping rates).


text:
Hackers Earn $150,000 in Marine Corps Bug Bounty Program
5.10.2018 securityweek Security
The U.S. Department of Defense's sixth public bug bounty program, Hack the Marine Corps, has concluded, and white hat hackers who took part in the challenge earned more than $150,000.
Hack the Marine Corps was hosted by the HackerOne bug bounty platform and it ran for 20 days. Over 100 experts were invited to test the security of the Marine Corps' public websites and services and they discovered nearly 150 unique vulnerabilities.
Of the total number of flaws, roughly half were reported during a live hacking event that took place at the DEF CON conference in August. More than $80,000 was awarded for the security holes discovered during the event.
"Hack the Marine Corps was an incredibly valuable experience," said Major General Matthew Glavy, Commander of the U.S. Marine Corps Forces Cyberspace Command. "When you bring together this level of talent from the ethical hacker community and our Marines we can accomplish a great deal. What we learn from this program assists the Marine Corps in improving our warfighting platform. Our cyber team of Marines demonstrated tremendous efficiency and discipline, and the hacker community provided critical, diverse perspectives. The tremendous effort from all of the talented men and women who participated in the program makes us more combat ready and minimizes future vulnerabilities."
The Pentagon and HackerOne have been organizing bug bounty programs since 2016, including Hack the Pentagon, Hack the Army, Hack the Air Force, and Hack the Defense Travel System.
The ethical hackers who took part in these challenges discovered more than 5,000 vulnerabilities in government systems, for which they earned over $500,000.