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Straits Times
26-05-2025
- Straits Times
Spend a relaxing winter in nature on an all-expense paid trip to wild Tasmania
Curringa Farm spans over 300ha of land, with around 3,000 sheep that roam free. PHOTO: CURRINGA FARM SINGAPORE – For the first time, Tasmania is inviting one Singapore resident to embrace winter life Down Under on a week-long, all-expenses-paid trip in August. The trip, dubbed a 'Winternship', is part of a campaign run by Tourism Tasmania and travel booking platform and will feature an itinerary of Tasmanian experiences. The winner will visit three establishments in Australia's southernmost state – Kuuma Nature Sauna, Devil's Corner Cellar Door winery and Curringa Farm – where he or she will take part in hands-on activities that showcase Tasmania's tourism offerings. Kuuma Nature Sauna offers sauna cruising in Hobart on a custom-made pontoon vessel with a wood-fired sauna on board. PHOTO: KUUMA NATURE SAUNA For instance, at Kuuma Nature Sauna – dubbed the 'first Australian sauna boat' – the winner will spend a morning loading a floating wood-fired sauna before heading to the Southern Ocean for a cold plunge. The pontoon vessel is custom-designed for sauna cruising and can comfortably accommodate up to eight guests, who can enjoy the sauna on board and dive into the ocean, which is a brisk 9 deg C in winter and 17 deg C in summer. At Devil's Corner Cellar Door, a two-hour drive from Hobart, the winner will shuck fresh oysters and learn how Tasmania's terroir contributes to its rich agriculture. Shear sheep at Curringa Farm. PHOTO: TOURISM TASMANIA And on the roughly 303ha Curringa Farm – where around 3,000 sheep roam – he or she can wrangle livestock in sheep-shearing demonstrations and sessions to hand-feed herds. The itinerary will include tours of other popular sites in Tasmania, such as Bruny Island, Cradle Mountain and Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary. The Winternship campaign follows the success of a previous edition, dubbed Odd Jobs, where Australia residents could win a winter stay in Tasmania taking on quirky roles like wombat walker, stargazer and truffle hunter. The Odd Jobs campaign recorded more than 12,000 applicants for 10 jobs in 2024 . In 2025, 10 Australia residents will win trips based on such roles. According to Tasmanian Visitor Survey data in December , Tasmania welcomed around 1.3 million travellers in 2024, of which around 254,000 were international visitors. Among its top Asian visitor markets were China (9 per cent), Hong Kong (9 per cent) and Singapore (4 per cent). Ms Sarah Clark, chief executive of Tourism Tasmania, says: 'Singapore has been a longstanding inbound market for Tasmania, with travellers drawn to our pristine wilderness, rich food culture and slower pace of life. Ultimately, we want the 'wintern' to return home with stories to tell, a fresh sense of clarity, and maybe even a newfound love for winter. ' Eat fresh oysters, drink Tasmanian wines and learn more about the terroir at Devil's Corner Cellar Door winery. PHOTO: ADAM GIBSON To participate, you must be a Singapore resident aged 18 or older and state, in 50 words or fewer, why you want to be Tasmania's first wintern from Singapore. The winner will enjoy return flights, six nights' accommodation and transport, and can take along one person on the trip. They must travel between Aug 1 and 31 . The contest runs from May 27, 5am, to June 17, 9.59pm. For more information, go to Join ST's Telegram channel and get the latest breaking news delivered to you.
Yahoo
08-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Farmer Brothers: Fiscal Q3 Earnings Snapshot
FORT WORTH, Texas (AP) — FORT WORTH, Texas (AP) — Farmer Brothers Co. (FARM) on Thursday reported a loss of $5 million in its fiscal third quarter. The Fort Worth, Texas-based company said it had a loss of 23 cents per share. Losses, adjusted for non-recurring costs, came to 12 cents per share. The coffee and tea company posted revenue of $82.1 million in the period. _____ This story was generated by Automated Insights ( using data from Zacks Investment Research. Access a Zacks stock report on FARM at Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Yahoo
30-01-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Rural medicine in Chamberlain shaped by the FARM program
Jan. 30—CHAMBERLAIN, S.D. — On her last day at Sanford Chamberlain Medical Center, Emily Kirschenmann walked through the hospital doors, just as she had hundreds of times during the past 11 months. But this time, something was different. As she stepped out into the crisp air, the weight of the experience hit her all at once. The small town she'd come to call home, the patients who had trusted her with their care and the doctors who had mentored her through it all were now part of her story. And it was hard to say goodbye. "I've walked through those doors so many times, but today it felt different," she said. "I've built relationships with my patients, with the staff, with the community. It's hard to walk away from something that's meant so much to me." Kirschenmann's experience in Chamberlain was part of the University of South Dakota Sanford School of Medicine's Frontier And Rural Medicine (FARM) program. Launched in 2014, Launched in 2014, the program immerses medical students like Kirschenmann in rural healthcare environments, allowing them to gain hands-on experience in family medicine and primary care in underserved areas. The goal is to address the shortage of doctors in rural communities by fostering long-term careers in rural healthcare. Chamberlain, which joined the FARM network in 2024, offers a distinctive setting for students like Kirschenmann to grow. Located along the Missouri River, it provides students with not only clinical training but also a chance to engage with the community on a deeper level. The town's size and diversity make it an ideal site for the program. "Sanford Chamberlain's facilities and physicians make the location a good addition to the program," said Janet Fulk, assistant director of the FARM program. "Our FARM students will benefit from the proximity to the interstate and diverse patient population, along with accessibility to a wide variety of clinical experiences." For Kirschenmann, who grew up in Dell Rapids, joining the FARM program felt like a natural fit. She was exposed to the program long before medical school. At 18, she had the chance to observe the program firsthand through her aunt, Dr. Anora Henderson, who administered the FARM site in Winner. Kirschenmann had the opportunity to job shadow her aunt and see how a FARM student interacted with patients. Her cousin, Katie Dorn, also participated in the program in Spearfish. "Watching my aunt work with a FARM student really showed me the kind of relationship I want to have with my attending physician," she said. "It's not just about teaching; it's about mentorship and truly caring for your students, helping them grow as both doctors and people." Her training in Chamberlain was far from typical. Over the course of the year, Kirschenmann followed patients through every stage of their care, from clinic visits to hospital stays, witnessing struggles and triumphs. "It's the little moments that stick with you," she said. "Like when a patient thanked me for being there during their procedure. It wasn't about doing something big — it was just being part of their journey." In addition to clinical work, students in the FARM program are required to engage with the community. Kirschenmann took part in local outreach efforts, including speaking at the Freshman Impact event, where she educated high school students about the dangers of nicotine use. The FARM program continues to expand, now with seven locations statewide, including Milbank, Mobridge, Parkston, Pierre, Spearfish, and Vermillion. In 2024, 13 students participated in the program. The addition of Chamberlain reflects the program's growth and success in training doctors for rural communities. "This program is making a real difference," said Tim Ridgway, Dean of the Sanford School of Medicine. "In the 10 years since we've had students complete the program, 75% have gone into primary care specialties. That's huge. By every metric, FARM is killing it." Ridgway also noted an exciting development in the program's evolution: prior FARM students are now returning to the same rural sites where they trained to become full-time employees after completing medical school. While Chamberlain's addition to the FARM network has been a success, the program faced a challenge with the loss of Winner, a site that had been part of the initiative from the beginning. The closure of Winner's OB department made it no longer viable for FARM students. However, the program's broader impact remains strong. "Living in a rural town and practicing medicine here really opened my eyes to the challenges patients face, especially when they need specialized care," Kirschenmann said. "Sometimes, a two-hour drive is needed to see a specialist, and that can be tough for patients." Kirschenmann's year in Chamberlain shaped her broader perspective on medicine. "Being part of the FARM program has given me a holistic way to practice," Kirschenmann said. "I've seen my patients in the community, in the clinic, and in the hospital. It's made me a better doctor and a better person." As she prepares to return to Sioux Falls for her remaining medical training and apply for residency, she carries with her the lessons of rural medicine — a deeper understanding of its challenges and rewards, and a stronger commitment to family medicine. "As I prepare to take the next step in my medical career, I carry with me the lessons I've learned here — how to navigate the complexities of rural healthcare, and how deeply rewarding it is to build lasting relationships with patients and the community," Kirschenmann said. "Chamberlain has shown me what it truly means to be part of a community, and I hope to return someday."
