Craig's Spicy Hot-as-Curry
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- The Australian Public Access Network Association
Inc., provides community-based, not-for-profit, Internet and related
services (website hosting, etc.) to networking and IT experimenters,
like-minded individuals, and non-profit organisations.
APANA regions are operating in almost all state capital cities and some other regional areas to offer services which are locally-focused and low in cost. Each region is operated by a dedicated group of volunteers (this keeps costs down).
Being community-based, APANA is different to commercial Internet providers because the regions offers extra features to members alongside straight up (low cost) Internet connectivity, such as social events, low-cost training workshops, etc.
My local network is part of the APANA Sydney region, and I am a member of the APANA Sydney Regional Committee. If you have any questions specifically about APANA Sydney, please feel free to contact me (note that the email address is poisoned to defeat lame email-harvesting software robots!).
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- Because our
liberties and rights as individuals are always under threat and are being
constantly challenged by those who seek to assume control over our lives,
this machine plays host to the Core Matrix Foundation as my
personal affront at the attempts of others to stifle free speech,
particularly in electronic communication.I maintain a seperate page containing links to other sites with similar credences that you might like to follow and investigate.
- An offshoot of
all this is my foray into pseudo-consulting via FooBar Anti-Consulting,
which promotes a
Nice And Safe Attitude
to all issues relating to the hilarity and farcity of human endeavours such
as religion, censorship, etc.
- In more recent
times the need to challenge establishment has become much more pertinent so
another place you can refer to is HereticWeb.
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- Clan Analogue is a non-profit
collective of people who work with and develop alternative electronic
audio and visual arts. Clan people and acts feature frequently at
events that focus on and support the development of alternative art and
culture.
- The home
page for my alter-ego guise as Zonavar is where you'll find my
main collection of alternative electronic
arts and writing links. This collection of links concentrates mainly on
alternative electronic music, but covers other areas as well.
- The Aurora Universe Web Ring is a
collection of sites developing and presenting erotic superheroine
stories based on the series originally written and created by Sharon Best.Sharon had to disband her original site in early 1998, and fortunately she was able to hand the development of the various different series of stories over to a small but diverse group of people.
- You might
like to drop into my Bit.Humour page, which has a
collection of humourous computer- and science-folklore-related
writings. Some I've created myself and others have been captured from
traffic that has ventured through my emailbox over time.
- Dark Horizons is a non-commercial
site based in Sydney, Australia which contains the latest
news, images, clips and reviews of all the current and upcoming
blockbuster films. Also included are some great episode guides to
cult TV shows, as well as a weekly breakdown of films and shows
screening in both Australia and the US.
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- The Australian National Botanic Gardens
maintains a scientific collection of native plants from all parts of
Australia. The plants are displayed for the enjoyment and
education of visitors and are used for research into plant
classification and biology.A herbarium of preserved plant specimens is closely associated with the living collection. The Gardens also cultivates plants threatened in the wild. This helps protect them against exctinction and provides information which might assist re-introduction to their natural habitat.
I've also created a page specifically for people interested in growing Australian native plants, which is
a collection of links to info put together by ANBG researchers, along
with other links that I've discovered along the way.
- The Sydney Royal Botanic Gardens was
established in 1816 and is Sydney's oldest botanic gardens.The Gardens' mission is to work with the community to increase the knowledge and appreciation of plants and their critical role in the sustainability of our natural and urabn environments, and to manage our open spaces as inspirational places for recreation, cultural events and celebration.
- The NSW Zoological Parks Board operates
Taronga Zoo on the northern foreshore of Sydney Harbour, as well as
Western Plains Zoo at Dubbo in the state's north-west.
- The NSW National Parks and Wildlife
Service is the government department responsible for maintaining the
parks and reserve system in the state of New South Wales. The
NPWS works in conjunction with other organisations and the community to
promote an appreciation of nature and cultural heritage.
- The CSIRO is Australia's largest government
scientific research agency, and is involved in a myriad of areas of
science and science research both in and outside Australia. The CSIRO
performs a large ammount of research in the environment, biotechnology, and
other related fields.
- If you're
interested in learning more about elementary chemistry, etc. a good
place to visit is chemlearn.com.
Despite being a US-based site, it's features include insights into chemistry
learning and teaching via an online knowledgebase of chemistry data,
information and other useful material.
- Chin's Nature Corner
on the Web features pictures of tropical butteflies as a
specialty, as well as images of other insects and related creatures.
- On the
first Sunday of March each year, Australians from all walks of life
can be seen removing rubbish from our country's beaches, parks, roadsides,
mountains, rivers and bushland.Their efforts are part of the national campaign - Clean Up Australia Day.
Clean Up Australia Day is an apolitical, non-profit community effort in which everyone can participate. The campaign's concept is simple: to clean up Australia and make it the cleanest nation in the world. In the lead up to Clean Up Australia Day, people are asked to nominate sites they think need cleaning up.
On Clean Up Australia Day itself, the sites are managed by Volunteer Site Supervisors who are responsible for registering participants, overseeing the activity, and communicating with the National Headquarters - and, if need be, emergency services.
Results of the Day's activities are collated at the National Telstra Tallyroom to determine the success of the volunteers efforts all across the country.
- For some very
strange and unusual science-related sites, check my electrotechnology
links page.
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- With so many
long-time Australian brands moving overseas or being bought out by foreign
consortiums (such as Nestle, Arnotts, etc.), it's great to see Dick Smith Foods endorsing
quality Australian food products to help fight back against
foreign ownership.
- The Shepparton Preserving Company (known simply
as SPC) is based in Shepparton in Victoria's Goulburn
Valley region.SPC draws on the benefits of it's location and processes many different varieties of fruits and vegetables, the products of which are sold both domestically and to the world market. SPC is currently the largest Australian-owned fruit and vegetable processor and exporter in the Southern hemisphere!
- Golden Circle is a 100 percent
Australian-owned company based in Northgate in Brisbane,
Queensland.While Golden Circle is well known for its quality pineapple and tropical fruit products, on which the company was founded, Golden Circle today produces more than 400 fruit and vegetable based products.
For more than 50 years the Golden Circle brand name has been synonymous with value and quality.
- In 1898
the Sanitarium Health Food
Company began producing high quality, healthy food products for all
Australians to enjoy.From it's HQ in Cooranbong, on the NSW Central Coast, the company produces a wide range of food products ranging from Australian icons like Weet-bix (pressed wheat biscuit breakfast cereal) and Marmite (similar to Vegemite, which is not an Australian-owned product [it's made by Kraft!]), along with soymilk and other unique products.
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The following Australian organisations are sources of information, products and materials which have helped to re-create the original heritage appeal of any house or other building that is being restored and/or repaired:
- Heritage Profiles Pty Ltd
manufacturers a large range of heritage-style architraves,
skirting, picture rail, beading, chair rails,
door jamb and nosing wall lining in MDF (Medium
Density Fibreboard). MDF is a moisture-resistant composite
product made from compressed timber fibres.Heritage Profiles is Australian-owned and all it's manufactured products are Australian-grown and made.
- Gainsborough Hardware is a
world leader in the manufacture and distribution of fine quality door
furniture, with the majority of Gainsborough's products suitable for use
in heritage building restoration projects.The range includes a comprehensive selection of architectural products, including mortice locks, locksets, door closers and general hardware which is designed to meet the needs of today's commercial buildings, but it equally suitable in a residential setting.
- Jacksons Lock
Manufacturing (incorporating Jacksons Foundry) is the oldest lock
manufacturer in Australia, commencing operation in 1883 MCR.Jacksons manufactures a wide range of traditional lever-type locks including cabinet locks, padlocks, safe locks, mortice locks, key blanks and specialised locks (to order).
Jacksons Foundry produces castings for Jacksons extensive range of locks and door furniture, with the capacity to do special casting runs (to order).
- Superior Brass, based in
Moorabbin, Victoria, are manufacturers and wholesalers of a large
range of heritage architectural items in both brass and cast iron.Superior Brass has an extensive and comprehensive range of products, and they cater to the needs of most homes whether its contemporary or traditional, Georgian, Victorian, Art Nouveau, Art Deco. Their traditional reproductions are being manufactured exactly as per original pieces to satisfy even the connoisseur.
- The Second-Hand Building Centre is located at
Rockdale here in Sydney and specialises in carrying a unique range of
recycled building materials and accessories - an ideal source of
inspiration for that heritage building restoration job you have been putting
off for ages! 8-)The SHBC specialises in rescuing and restoring a wide range of timbers and original period items from some of Sydney's oldest and most prestigious buildings tagged for demolition, and these items are them made available for all manner of heritage building restoration and renovation projects.
- Are you
restoring, renovating, remodelling or
maintaining an old house?If the answer is yes, then Ian Evans World of Old Houses could be the answer for finding information, advice and assistance as well as sources to obtains many of the physical items you will need.
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- BUILdata is an Australian commercial
web site that is devoted to building products and services. Providing
building professionals through to do-it-yourselfer's with an up to date
building product library, BUILdata will assist in the design of your next
project or renovation.Unlike many selection centres or sales offices, BUILdata provides a 'free of charge' site which is fully funded by the building product suppliers involved and is available 365 days of the year.
- Aussie Home Makers Pty Ltd are
based in the Sydney suburb of Ingleburn, and they manufacture a range
of high-quality skylight and roof ventilation products which are designed
specifically to suit Australian conditions!Their products include the revolutionary Twirly-Gig range of rotating roof space ventilators, and the hi-tech Robolux skylights which are both hail-proof and come with anti-theft bars.
- Hume Doors and Timber are an
Australian company (based in Lansvale, Sydney) that manufactures
internal and external doors, louvres, door cavity
units, door entry frames, door jambs and
architraves.General timber products are also available.
- Wattyl, the Australian paint
company, manufactures a large range of surface coating products to suit
almost any conditions that the Australian environment can conjur up.Highly-regarded Wattyl products include the Solagard Plus and Ceramcoat range of interior/exterior paints, Estapol clear and stain finishes, and Killrust metal-surface coatings.
- The Australian Lock Company, based in Fairy
Meadow, NSW, are the innovative company behind the Australian-designed
locking system called Bi Lock,
as well as the AusLock range of electronic cardlocks for safe and
general door access.They are also the Australian licensee for ArmSafe firearms safes and the Talon range of locks for motor vehicle trailers of all sorts (boats, general trailers, caravans, horse floats, etc.).
- Brass Craft Australia are manufacturers of
quality brass and stainless steel architectural hardware products.Their product range includes custom-made tubular door handles, solid brass commercial bathroom accessories, grab rails for hospitals and nursing homes, and a range of generic hand rails, railing and balustrades.
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- Elgee Sheet Metal Pty Ltd are the makers
of the unique Australian-designed and manufactured Zip-Rack range of
19" rack frame kits.The company is based in Dandenong, VIC, and has been involved in the manufacturing of custom metalwork since 1985. Their manufacturing is based on CNC machinery and the production and quality systems are driven by a software package developed specifically for the sheet metal industry.
As well as 19" racking systems and accessories, Elgee can also offer:
Check out their extensive online catalogue for more information.
- If you're
after quality, Australian-made shelving and storage systems, make sure you
check out Summit Storage Products,
who are based in Perth, WA.Summit's most-well known products are the HammerLock series of boltless DIY shelving kits, but they also manufacture shelving for commercial storage installations.
- One of the
easiest resource-saving things you can do around your home is to save
water. Rain water, which is free, can drastically reduce water costs if
suitable tanking systems are installed.City Rainwater Tanks, based at St Marys here in Sydney, offer a comprehensive range of water tanks, tank stands and associated products. They can also provide installation services.
- If you're
thinking of alternative power systems for your location (particularly
solar power), consider what Solaris Technology, based in
Kilburn, SA, has to offer.Solaris Technology Pty Ltd is an Australian company specialising in the design, manufacture and installation of solar power systems for industrial, commercial, agricultural and domestic applications.
These include powering remote homes and other facilities, lighting, pumping, corrosion protection, communications, monitoring and telemetry.
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If you are also interested in computing, electronics and information technology, you'll probably find something interesting on the links page attached to my computing and electrotechnology account.
[ These links were formerly located here, but I've moved them to my computing and electrotechnology page since that seems like a more sensible home to me. ]
If you are also interested in rail transportation and/or railway modelling, you'll probably find something interesting on the links page attached to my rail transportation website. You could also check out the forums and galleries.
[ These links were formerly located here, but I've moved them to my rail transport and modelling page since that seems like a more sensible home to me. ]
It's become a major passion of mine, so much so that I'm now a member of the Saab Car Club of Australia and have created the Craig's Classic Saab Workshop website from the ground up to support classic Saab owners/enthusiasts around the world, but mostly focusing on Australia and New Zealand.
You can also visit my personal Saab C900 page, personal Saab 9000 page and the strange Saab page.
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If there's something you'd like to ask me, or you'd just like to say hello, please send me some email. If this link doesn't work for you, my email address is 'craig@poison.lios.apana.org.au'. You can also try my other email address. Remember to remove 'poison.' (inserted to defeat lame email-harvesting software robots!) to make either of the email addresses valid.
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