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The Age
5 days ago
- Politics
- The Age
Dancing in streets as bike riders ousted
To submit a letter to The Age, email letters@ Please include your home address and telephone number below your letter. No attachments. See here for our rules and tips on getting your letter published. TRANSPORT Elizabeth Street residents in North Richmond like me haven't stopped dancing in the street since Yarra Council's decision to scale back the bike lane and reinstate parking to both sides of the road (″ Mayor backpedals on wider bike lanes for privileged few ″, 13/8). The nightmare for we long-suffering Elizabeth St residents began in the depths of the COVID-19 lockdown in June 2020 when we received a flyer in our letterbox with a bike rider cycling down Elizabeth St and a notification of imminent works to upgrade the long-standing bike lane and remove ″some parking″. The jackhammers soon started, the newly planted street vegetation was destroyed, with the former Greens council digging up my side of the street first and installing a bike lane so wide semi-trailers could park in it. Residents then realised parking could only realistically be on the opposing north-side of Elizabeth thus halving our existing parking. Elizabeth St residents were aghast when the new bike lane nirvana was complete and rallied together, even with all the COVID-19 restrictions, lockdowns and curfews. There were Microsoft Teams upon Microsoft Teams meetings between residents and the council – complete with translators for the high number of people from non-English speaking backgrounds and many Elizabeth St professional residents lending their PCs, tablets and even their living rooms to disadvantaged residents in the street who didn't have computers or internet at home. It all amounted to nothing, and Elizabeth St residents stopped taking part in the former council's sham consultation process. But, on Tuesday, the new Yarra Council listened to its Elizabeth St residents and voted to modify the bike lane and restore parking to both sides of our street. Residents in Elizabeth St, North Richmond, will finally have their street back. Dora Houpis, Richmond Bike riders, rich and poor, want a better city (Re ″ Mayor backpedals on wider bike lanes for privileged few ″, 13/8). We're passionate bike riders, rich and poor, and we want a better city. We ride to work, school drop-off, the shops, the market – it's how we get around. Yarra's population is forecast to grow by 45,440 by 2046 and if everyone drives the place will seize up. We want a safe bike lane in Elizabeth Street as part of a network for all bike riders from everywhere. Richmond housing towers redevelopment could have a bike lane away from Elizabeth Street, the Vietnamese Buddhist temple could have drop off and pick up zones with parking nearby. There are alternatives. Bikes are a cheap, practical, healthy way of getting around. Oh and Gen Z, feeling ripped off again? Going for you first job in AI's brave new world? Grab a bike, it will lift your spirits. Elizabeth Clarke, Richmond West treated with contempt by Allan government Re ″ Marelen wastes thousands of hours commuting to work. She wants two things to change ″, 14/8. In the absence of a functional state opposition, thank heavens we have The Age to do their job of calling current and previous Labor state governments to account for their consistent neglect of the western suburbs of Melbourne. What does it say about the Allan government, that it is prepared to drag the state deeper in dept for SRL East when the same value capture case can be made for catch up strategic economic development supported by better rail infrastructure? And whatever happened to East Werribee tech employment precinct? We don't need another vision talkfest, the people of the west deserve the chance to cross examine the relevant ministers as to why they are and long have been treated with such contempt. So much for Labor governments past and present planning for all Victorians, or at least those who voted for them. Bernadette George, Mildura THE FORUM Crash and burn politics Opposition Leader's Sussan Ley's words about being a consensus-seeking politician lasted barely a month. She is sounding more like Tony Abbott and Peter Dutton every day. She's criticised the government despite interest rates falling, because it recognised Palestine as part of a bipartisan solution, because Anthony Albanese hasn't visited Donald Trump, because Australia has some of the lowest tariff increases under Trump's regime. She's already damned the results of the economic roundtable discussions that haven't been held yet. Every chance she gets, she slams the government. Obviously, she has no idea what consensus and bipartisanship mean. She is wooing those on the right rather than those in the middle where the bulk of the votes she needs are. As a pilot, you would think that she'd know that continually turning right will take you nowhere, will cause you to run out of fuel, and to crash and burn. Greg Tuck, Warragul Beyond recognition Recognising Palestine and a two-state solution is just a diplomatic issue and the easiest to resolve. And it's a good start. But what about the West Bank and the illegal settlements? That's Palestine too. What about control over the Temple Mount; a feature fiercely claimed by two incompatible religions as uniquely spiritual to them alone? And what about Jerusalem? Palestine will claim it as their capital city as does Israel. Plenty of potential for further friction, disagreement and slaughter for years to come. Andrew Barnes, Ringwood Changing course Re your correspondent's letter (″The West is dreaming″, 14/8). I don't recall any country rushing out to recognise Palestine after the attacks on October 7, 2023. What's changed since then has been the conduct of Israel and its unwillingness to try to mitigate the careless killing and starvation of thousands of Palestinians. Recognition of Palestine is a way of trying something new to change the course of this conflict. More and more countries in the world are coming around to this thinking. Cao Phan, Glen Iris
Cision Canada
11-08-2025
- Business
- Cision Canada
G-P Gia Named a 2025 Top HR Product of the Year by HR Executive
G-P's global HR agent recognized as a cutting-edge technology, delivering real-world impact BOSTON, /CNW/ -- REMOTE FIRST COMPANY -- G-P (Globalization Partners), recognized as the undisputed leader in global employment by industry analysts, today announced Global HR Agent G-P Gia™ has been recognized as a Top HR Product of 2025 by HR Executive. The company will be honored on Monday, September 15, 2025, during the inaugural HR Icons Awards Evening at HR Tech 2025, held at Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas. Judges for the 2025 HR Tech Top Product Awards included Elizabeth Clarke, Executive Editor for HR Executive, Jill Barth, HR Tech Editor for HR Executive and Steve Boese, longtime Top Products judge. In Jill Barth's article on HR Executive, she notes that winners such as G-P Gia "showcase the rise of agentic AI in HR. These tools are now handling complex, multi-step processes that once demanded extensive human involvement." HR Executive also noted Gia was recognized for the following: "We think G-P Gia™ offers HR leaders a practical solution for managing global employment complexities. It streamlines tasks like drafting compliant contracts, comparing multi-state policies and handling performance or termination scenarios across jurisdictions. What sets it apart is its integration of proprietary data with legal and HR expertise, enabling real-time, context-aware guidance. We liked that Gia isn't generic but is built on a specialized framework that reduces errors and adapts to local laws, making it especially useful for teams operating across borders. Its ability to generate documents, flag risks and support multilingual interaction helps HR professionals save time and reduce reliance on external legal counsel." G-P Gia is a first-of-its kind agentic AI solution that is transforming global HR. It empowers HR teams to move faster, operate smarter and achieve global ambitions without being held back by the complexities of global employment. Gia is powered by G-P's proprietary knowledge base and vetted by legal and HR experts to deliver real-time, accurate global employment guidance and actionable HR documents for 50 countries and all 50 U.S. states. Gia dramatically reduces reliance on outside counsel and cuts administrative time and fees by up to 95%. "HR isn't just the backbone of every business, it's a strategic driver of growth, and HR teams need sophisticated agentic technology that empowers them to lead," said Nat Natarajan, chief product and strategy officer, G-P. "G-P Gia isn't just another HR tool or generic AI model – it delivers next-level agentic capabilities and deep insights backed by G-P's proprietary data and G-P's verified sources that empower HR organizations to transform global HR and compliance and drive unparalleled business agility and productivity." The annual Top HR Products competition, organized by HR Executive and HR Tech, is designed to showcase a range of notable solutions introduced over the last year. Reviewed by a panel of esteemed judges, each product submission is evaluated based on its level of innovation, value added to the HR function, overall user experience, ability to deliver on its promises and effective integration, customization and analytics capabilities. The full list of the 2025 award-winning products can be viewed here. Attendees of HR Tech 2025 can learn more about G-P and G-P Gia by visiting Booth No. #4633. About HR Executive Established in 1987, HR Executive is the premier global media company covering strategic issues in HR. Part of the Arc network, HR Executive provides more than 220,000 subscribers with news, content and analysis of global HR trends. HR Executive is where HR professionals go when they need to know, providing in-depth coverage on all facets of human resource management, including recruiting, talent acquisition, compensation and benefits, learning and development, employment law, talent management, the latest technologies and more. Visit About HR Tech HR Tech is the industry's premier event series showcasing breakthrough HR technologies, with its flagship U.S. conference serving as its cornerstone since 1997. HR Tech in the U.S. features the world's largest expo of innovative HR solutions, live product demonstrations and the industry's preeminent startup competition. The HR Tech portfolio has expanded globally with additional annual events in Europe and Asia, creating a worldwide network of innovation hubs that shape the future of work. HR Tech is part of the event arm of HR Executive, a prestigious global media company established in 1987 that delivers news, content and analysis of strategic HR trends to more than 220,000 subscribers worldwide. The synergy between the events and media channels enables the brands to create a comprehensive knowledge ecosystem that addresses all aspects of human resource management, establishing the organization as the definitive authority for visionary HR leaders. Visit to learn more. About G-P G-P (Globalization Partners) is the recognized leader in global employment, ranked No. 1 in every industry analyst report. G-P's global employment platform delivers everything companies of all sizes need to manage the full employee lifecycle with its trusted Global HR Agent, G-P Gia, and AI-powered Employer of Record (EOR) and Contractor products. G-P supports teams in 180+ countries with more than a decade of global employment experience, the largest team of in-country HR, legal, and compliance experts, and its unmatched proprietary knowledge base.
Sunday World
25-07-2025
- Sunday World
Man who assaulted ex-partner and smashed up house on Christmas Day doesn't show up in court
Eugene Quigley (47) was charged with five counts, including a threat to kill his former partner, Elizabeth Clarke. A 47-year-old man who assaulted his former partner and smashed up her home on Christmas Day did not show up in court for sentencing. A bench warrant was subsequently issued for Eugene Quigley who did not appear in court. Quigley formally of Branchfield, Drumfin, Co Sligo and now with an address at Ballytivnan Hostel, Sligo was charged with five counts, including a threat to kill his former partner, Elizabeth Clarke, assault her causing harm, assaulting her and two counts of criminal damage on December 25, 2023 at Spurtown, Ballymote, the home of the victim. The court was previously told the victim and the accused had been in a relationship and have three children. Eugene Quigley. News in 90 Seconds - July 25th The court was told the accused pleaded guilty to count two, assault causing harm and count four, criminal damage to a flatscreen television, on a full facts basis. Count one was making a threat to kill, count three was a section two assault and count five was criminal damage to a kitchen table. The accused pleaded guilty to counts two and four at the circuit court on December 18 2024. Mr Leo Mulrooney BL with State Solicitor Ms Elisa McHugh prosecuted, while Mr Colm Smyth SC, with Mr Eoin McGovern BL instructed by McGovern & Walsh solicitors appeared for the defendant. Judge Kenneth Connolly had remanded the accused on bail to July 21 in order to come up with compensation for his victim, who was present in court on Friday. He remanded Quigley on bail with a €500 bond with strict conditions. At Friday's Circuit Court, however, he did not show up. Mr Mulrooney told the court that the accused had been signing on continuously until Saturday, which was his first failure. Gardaí discovered his phone was off on the day of the court and they went to check his hostel and he was not there. Judge Connolly issued a bench warrant.
Irish Times
16-06-2025
- Irish Times
Trevor Deely, Philip Cairns and other missing-person cases will not be upgraded to murder
An Garda Síochána has decided not to upgrade any further unsolved missing persons cases to murder inquiries following the conclusion of a review that led to those of Fiona Pender and Elizabeth Clarke being revisited. This means the force has, for now, ruled out committing more resources in several other cases where foul play is suspected including those of Philip Cairns and Trevor Deely , who vanished in Dublin in 1986 and 2000 respectively. The news comes as a search for the remains of Annie McCarrick , whose case was in 2023 upgraded to a murder inquiry 30 years after her disappearance, continued at a house in Clondalkin, Dublin. [ 'We were full of hope': Aunt of Annie McCarrick says family disappointed after murder suspect released Opens in new window ] The decision to reclassify the cases of Ms Pender (25), who was seven months pregnant when she vanished from her home in Co Offaly in 1996, and that of Ms Clarke (24), who was last seen in Co Meath in 2013, resulted in extensive search and excavation operations taking place. These were carried out in Laois/Offaly last month in Ms Pender's case and in Co Meath last February in Ms Clarke's. READ MORE In response to queries, Garda headquarters confirmed a review of a large number of missing persons cases was completed last year. 'There were no other missing persons investigations at the time that required upgrading to homicide/murder' investigations, it said. 'The status of such missing person investigations is kept under regular review and can be upgraded if new information and/or evidence comes to light that justifies its upgrading.' In the McCarrick inquiry, the search at the Clondalkin property for the New York woman's remains, aided by a cadaver dog, has been ongoing since last Thursday. A businessman aged in his 60s was arrested last Thursday and released without charge on Friday. That man, the only person ever arrested as part of the 32-year-old investigation, knew Ms McCarrick (26) when she lived in Dublin and was close to her at one time. Gardaí arrested him and commenced the search after receiving new information from a witness that related to the man, who is now the chief suspect. The family currently living at the Clondalkin property bought the house about 15 years ago and have no connection whatsoever to Ms McCarrick or the Garda investigation. However, the house was previously linked to the chief suspect and Ms McCarrick is believed to have stayed there.
Yahoo
10-02-2025
- Yahoo
Search of house for missing woman ends
A major house search for a missing Irish woman has ended. Elizabeth Clarke from Navan in County Meath has not been seen since 2013 when she was 24. The mother-of-two was officially reported missing by her family in January 2015. Gardaí (Irish police) investigating the disappearance of Ms Clarke began searching a house in County Meath on Friday after announcing they had reclassified her disappearance from a missing persons case to a murder inquiry. Gardaí led an extensive search operation at the house in Navan. The young mother had been living in the town when she went missing. The search teams also conducted excavation works in a back garden. Gardaí said the searches had now ended but the results were not being released for "operational purposes". The missing woman's family have been updated on the latest developments. Investigating officers have appealed to anyone with information to come forward.
