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Daily Record
6 days ago
- Health
- Daily Record
Husband's hospice pledge after docs told wife she had only six weeks to live
Norman Rennie and his beloved wife Linda were together for 40 years - before Linda's devastating cancer diagnosis. A husband has spoken of his admiration for the work of the Ayrshire Hospice - after they helped his wife following a devastating cancer diagnosis. Norman Rennie and his beloved wife Linda were together for 40 years - before doctors told her she only had six weeks to live. But in the weeks leading up to Linda's passing, Norman was supported to the hilt by the staff at the Ayrshire Hospice. Now Norman is paying a little back and pledged to support the organisation's Spring Appeal by sharing Linda's story. Linda, who died in 2016, was cared for in her home by the Ayrshire Hospice. Norman, who worked in hospitality across Ayrshire for 60 years, including Seamill Hydro for 25 years, takes up the story. He recalled: 'During my time in Seamill, we hosted the Autumn Ball, and that's when I started to become more aware of what the Hospice is about.' In April 2016, Norman and Linda received the devastating news that she had a life-shortening illness – with doctors giving the couple six weeks left together. Norman said: 'How do you go home and make the best of six weeks when somebody's dying? We were together for 40 years– you live to make sure the other person has the best.' Following her diagnosis, Norman and Linda returned home, where Norman was prepared to look after Linda himself. Then the Ayrshire Hospice began helping Norman to care for Linda – and, crucially, to support Norman too. He said: 'When the Hospice came to the house, they said they were coming to see Linda – but they just as concerned about the person that would be left behind. 'Simple things, like the Complementary Therapists coming in to massage her feet. The cancer had spread everywhere, but your feet are the most sensitive area – and that really helped her. 'When they were finished with Linda, they would give me a massage too – so that I could give my best to Linda. And even after she died, they continued that for three weeks. They came and gave me massages at home. 'I remember one day – it was lovely outside and I'd just cut the grass – the therapist said 'I think we'll take the bed outside today.' I'll always remember that.' Since Linda's death, Norman has continued to tirelessly support the Ayrshire Hospice as an ambassador, volunteer and most recently taking part in the 'Full Monty' fundraising event, which raised more than £38,000. 'Why do we support the Ayrshire Hospice? Because the Hospice will support us,' Norman said. 'They were there for me and Linda – and now it's my turn to do what I can.' Lucy Glendinning, Senior Fundraiser (Individual Giving), added: 'Norman's story is another example of the care and support the Ayrshire Hospice provides to those who need us across Ayrshire and Arran - whether it be in our In-patient Unit or in the community, our person-centred care for patients and their loved ones in the environment of their choosing.' To read more about Norman's journey with the Hospice, and to support this year's Spring Appeal, go to or call the Ayrshire Hospice's Fundraising Team on 01292 288 488 to donate. Each and every penny is gratefully received by the team.
Sydney Morning Herald
7 days ago
- Business
- Sydney Morning Herald
Victoria's first gas-import terminal a step closer
Victoria's first gas-import terminal in Corio Bay has won conditional approval from the Allan government as it seeks to prevent damaging winter shortages in the state. Speaking at the Victorian Chamber of Commerce's Autumn Ball on Thursday night, Premier Jacinta Allan said her government would pave the way for Viva Energy's proposed liquified natural gas import terminal to get off the ground. It was the latest in a series of energy-related announcements made this week. Viva Energy, which supplies petrol and diesel and owns the Shell service station business, has been waiting for a decision from the government, due this month. Planning Minister Sonya Kilkenny released the Environmental Effects Statement for the project, finding it was possible to go ahead with some protections in place. Loading Viva can now move forward with finance plans for the project and any required regulatory approvals. If it goes ahead, the project would be able to receive 160 petajoules of gas a year, about 80 per cent of the state's consumption in 2024. Viva Energy – owner of the Geelong oil refinery – has proposed extending a pier where it would park a vessel capable of receiving shipments of liquefied natural gas (LNG) from other parts of Australia or overseas and turn it back into vapour.
The Age
7 days ago
- Business
- The Age
Victoria's first gas-import terminal a step closer
Victoria's first gas-import terminal in Corio Bay has won conditional approval from the Allan government as it seeks to prevent damaging winter shortages in the state. Speaking at the Victorian Chamber of Commerce's Autumn Ball on Thursday night, Premier Jacinta Allan said her government would pave the way for Viva Energy's proposed liquified natural gas import terminal to get off the ground. It was the latest in a series of energy-related announcements made this week. Viva Energy, which supplies petrol and diesel and owns the Shell service station business, has been waiting for a decision from the government, due this month. Planning Minister Sonya Kilkenny released the Environmental Effects Statement for the project, finding it was possible to go ahead with some protections in place. Loading Viva can now move forward with finance plans for the project and any required regulatory approvals. If it goes ahead, the project would be able to receive 160 petajoules of gas a year, about 80 per cent of the state's consumption in 2024. Viva Energy – owner of the Geelong oil refinery – has proposed extending a pier where it would park a vessel capable of receiving shipments of liquefied natural gas (LNG) from other parts of Australia or overseas and turn it back into vapour.
