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The Star
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Star
988 FM's After Work Fest offers fun for everyone
GEORGE TOWN: Let your hair down at the After Work Fest by 988 FM, featuring a lineup of top Taiwanese and Malaysian-Chinese artistes who will serenade you at the city's Esplanade. The festivities are scheduled for both Saturday (July 26) and Sunday (July 27), running from 3pm to 10pm each day. The activities on Saturday (July 26) have begun with a wonderful array of creative and artisanal booths offering handmade ornaments, accessories, crafts, trinkets, workshops, snacks and full-blown scrumptious delights handmade with love and dedication at the "Infinite Good Finds Market." Over 50 booths will cater to all your needs, including a professional haircut. The charity hair donation campaign offers free haircuts to those willing to donate their hair, with the proceeds from a regular haircut also going towards charity. The event perfectly embodies the spirit of "Play with Passion, Play with Purpose," aligning with 988's annual theme, "Infinite Play," which allows everyone to release stress joyfully and spark unlimited creativity and energy. The musical lineup during the two-day event, which ends on Sunday, does not disappoint either. One of the main highlights will be a performance by legendary Taiwanese rock duo Power Station, a group that rocked the world when it started in 1997. The duo will belt out their best hits to bring back memories for the audience at the Esplanade. Other artistes set to perform include Bestards, Z-Chen, AP, Fuying, Ryota, Jud, Abin Uriah, Dior and Trevor. The fest is organised by popular Chinese-language radio station 988 FM in conjunction with its 29th anniversary. Entrance to the After Work Fest is free, with activities running from 3pm to 10pm on both days.
The Star
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Star
After Work Fest by 988 FM set to start at Padang Kota Lama
The stage is set for the much-anticipated After Work Fest by 988 FM, beginning in a few hours at 3pm. Head over to Padang Kota Lama, also known as the Esplanade, to enjoy the fest and unwind this weekend with your favourite acts. Featuring a music festival and a vibrant bazaar showcasing various goods, including food, arts and crafts, and accessories, the two-day event starts at 3 p.m. on Saturday (July 26). The festivities are packed on both Saturday (July 26) and Sunday (July 27), aiming to beat the work blues as the field comes alive with music, culture, and community spirit. The music fest will feature local and international artists performing on both nights. One of the main highlights will be a performance by the legendary Taiwanese rock duo Power Station. The duo, which has enthralled fans for over two decades, is set to rock the stage here. Other artists set to perform include Bestards, Z-Chen, AP, Fuying, Ryota, Jud, Abin Uriah, Dior, and Trevor. The fest is organised by the popular Chinese-language radio station 988 FM in conjunction with its 29th anniversary. Entrance to the After Work Fest is free, with activities running from 3 p.m. to 10 p.m. on both days.
Daily Mirror
23-07-2025
- Daily Mirror
'Mophie powerbank kept my devices fully charged on a remote holiday'
I ditched my cheap Amazon powerbank for three of Mophie's newest power stations - they all stood out for this reason There's nothing worse than getting off a long-haul flight, nearing the end of a work day, or out with friends and realising your phone has run out of juice. This is where power banks come in as a staple tech accessory for many. I've used these nifty gadgets for years and had many different brands, from Anker to Belkin and a cheap £5 one from Amazon. But in the last few weeks, I've been testing out the newest range from Mophie, and it immediately beat the ones I've tried before. A long battery life, super fast-charging, and accessible ports - these are some of the standout points from Mophie's limited edition PowerStation collab with Red Bull Racing. I used three models while on holiday in Canada; the the £79.95 Powerstation Plus, £54.95 Powerstation Plus Mini, and the £39.95 Powerstation 5K - and there was a clear winner. A long-haul flight and days spent ticking off the tourist hotspots, which for us meant popular lakes and hiking around the Canadian Rockies. It was a no-brainer to try out the Mophie collection when I knew it'd be 10-12 hours gaps each day before I had access to a charging point. All three offer a solution to ensuring that your devices never run out of juice, and there are hours of battery life tapped into the devices. Starting at £39.95, I found myself picking up the smallest Powerstation 5K the most as we headed out each morning. Before I get into the main review, below is a snapshot of my favourite features. Plus, the few I wasn't so keen about. What I loved: Powerstation Plus and Powerstation 5K: Accessible ports made it easy to switch between iPhone and Samsung charging Powerstation 5K: A small design, most suitable for carrying around All three models: A long-lasting charge All three models: Charged mobile and camera quickly What I didn't like as much: Price: Above some rival brands Powerstation Plus: Has great speeds but is heavy to carry around, and its size is restrictive. How long does the Mophie PowerStation take to charge? Its ultra-portable size made popping into my crossbody bag or hand luggage easy, and light. Despite needing a charging cable, which some may see as a downside, I kept my phone hooked up to this throughout the day and it was really convenient - the whole point of a portable charger. Then there's the bigger Powerstation Plus Mini, which my partner used for his Samsung phone. This has the same size battery as the model I was using above (a 5,000mAh battery), and for that reason, it was reliable with speed and charge. However, compared to the Powerstation 5K I used, it was heavier. A Mophie powerbank for Samsung and Apple iPhone users A model for all devices - be it a phone, tablet and camera at once, the most expensive £79.95 Powerstation Plus is the one to pick - with a 10,000mAh battery and multiple different ports. This hefty powerbank also has built in USB-C and Lightning cable ports. A perk is that it's built for blended tech households like ours with a mix of iPhone and Android devices. However, its size and weight (which felt even heavier when carrying it around on hikes on holiday) are downsides. Alternative power banks for a budget price For me, the main reason the PowerStation 5K stood out among the other was the quality for price, at less than £40 for a 5,000mAh battery. In contrast to this, while of great quality, the other two models (the Powerstation Plus and Powerstation Mini) are expensive. Alternatively, this is where shoppers can find models with cheaper prices. One that looks good is the £29.98 Anker Power Bank, available from Amazon. This is geared for iPhone users with USB-C ports and even ports for AirPods. Another cheaper option is the BelkinBoost Charge, for £16.99, plus it has a battery to match the price of Mophie's most expensive (out of the one's I reviewed) £79.99 Powerstation Plus model - with a 10000 capacity.
The Advertiser
23-07-2025
- Business
- The Advertiser
Restarting Redbank Power Station: a public meeting to be held on the proposal
The community will be able to have its say at a public meeting, to be held next month in Singleton, on the restart of Redbank Power Station. Sitting idle for over a decade, Redbank Power Station's owners, Verdant Earth, hope to receive state planning approval to reopen the generator using biomass as a fuel source. Verdant Earth has proposed restarting operations at the Redbank, using woody biomass sourced from Invasive Native Species (INS) as a sustainable fuel source. Under the proposal the power generator would use up to 700,000 dry tonnes per year of biomass as fuel. The facility is located at Warkworth near Singleton. Initially commissioned in July 2001, Redbank was designed to produce electricity using coal tailings, a byproduct of coal processing. However, once the supply of coal tailings from the neighbouring Warkworth mine was no longer available, the power station ceased operations and has been under care and maintenance since October 2014. Enter Verdant Earth with their proposal to source INS, notably cypress pine, from western NSW to supply the energy source for the power station. The power station has a capacity of up to 151 MW of dispatchable energy and would operate 24 hours per day, seven days a week. The application being considered for approval is expected to create approximately 330 construction jobs and up to 60 operational jobs. During the current approval process, the NSW Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure (DPHI) commissioned ARUP to conduct an independent merit review of the project in February 2024. This merit review was completed in December 2024, and it focused on evaluating the seven critical project elements, including the availability of feedstock (woody biomass), processing capacity, compliance with the NSW Energy from Waste Policy, and emissions control. The merit review found moderate risks across several project elements, including the reliability of the woody biomass supply from the INS. It noted the unverified ability of suppliers to provide sufficient Invasive Native Species (INS) and discrepancies in high-yield estimates from landholders. Verdant Earth had suggested another source of biomass could come from Bana grass grown on degraded land. Still, the response from the review says this lacks independent validation and may fall short due to environmental and logistical constraints. DHPI has now completed its whole-of-government assessment and has now referred this application to the Independent Planning Commission for determination. The Commission is the consent authority because more than 50 unique public objections were received for the application. Commissioners Professor Neal Menzies AM (Chair), Ms Alex O'Mara, and Professor Elizabeth Taylor AO have been appointed by the Commission Chair to determine the application. Key issues identified in the Department's whole-of-government assessment of the development application include the types of waste proposed as fuel, greenhouse gas emissions, impacts on air quality, biodiversity and truck movements. The Commission has access to all previous written submissions made to the Department on this application; however, it is particularly helpful for the Commission Panel to also hear the community's views on the Department's Assessment Report, which can be found on the Commission's website. The public meeting on the proposed Restart of Redbank Power Station will be held at the Singleton Civic Centre on Monday, August 11, commencing at 10:00 am Anyone wishing to present at the public meeting must pre-register on the Commission's website using the Speaker Registration Form. The deadline for speaker registrations is 12:00PM on Friday, August 1. The Commission is also inviting the public to make written submissions which can be lodged via the 'Make a Submission' portal on the Commission's website. The Commission will also accept submissions made via post or email. Written submissions will be accepted until 5:00pm on Monday, August 18. The community will be able to have its say at a public meeting, to be held next month in Singleton, on the restart of Redbank Power Station. Sitting idle for over a decade, Redbank Power Station's owners, Verdant Earth, hope to receive state planning approval to reopen the generator using biomass as a fuel source. Verdant Earth has proposed restarting operations at the Redbank, using woody biomass sourced from Invasive Native Species (INS) as a sustainable fuel source. Under the proposal the power generator would use up to 700,000 dry tonnes per year of biomass as fuel. The facility is located at Warkworth near Singleton. Initially commissioned in July 2001, Redbank was designed to produce electricity using coal tailings, a byproduct of coal processing. However, once the supply of coal tailings from the neighbouring Warkworth mine was no longer available, the power station ceased operations and has been under care and maintenance since October 2014. Enter Verdant Earth with their proposal to source INS, notably cypress pine, from western NSW to supply the energy source for the power station. The power station has a capacity of up to 151 MW of dispatchable energy and would operate 24 hours per day, seven days a week. The application being considered for approval is expected to create approximately 330 construction jobs and up to 60 operational jobs. During the current approval process, the NSW Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure (DPHI) commissioned ARUP to conduct an independent merit review of the project in February 2024. This merit review was completed in December 2024, and it focused on evaluating the seven critical project elements, including the availability of feedstock (woody biomass), processing capacity, compliance with the NSW Energy from Waste Policy, and emissions control. The merit review found moderate risks across several project elements, including the reliability of the woody biomass supply from the INS. It noted the unverified ability of suppliers to provide sufficient Invasive Native Species (INS) and discrepancies in high-yield estimates from landholders. Verdant Earth had suggested another source of biomass could come from Bana grass grown on degraded land. Still, the response from the review says this lacks independent validation and may fall short due to environmental and logistical constraints. DHPI has now completed its whole-of-government assessment and has now referred this application to the Independent Planning Commission for determination. The Commission is the consent authority because more than 50 unique public objections were received for the application. Commissioners Professor Neal Menzies AM (Chair), Ms Alex O'Mara, and Professor Elizabeth Taylor AO have been appointed by the Commission Chair to determine the application. Key issues identified in the Department's whole-of-government assessment of the development application include the types of waste proposed as fuel, greenhouse gas emissions, impacts on air quality, biodiversity and truck movements. The Commission has access to all previous written submissions made to the Department on this application; however, it is particularly helpful for the Commission Panel to also hear the community's views on the Department's Assessment Report, which can be found on the Commission's website. The public meeting on the proposed Restart of Redbank Power Station will be held at the Singleton Civic Centre on Monday, August 11, commencing at 10:00 am Anyone wishing to present at the public meeting must pre-register on the Commission's website using the Speaker Registration Form. The deadline for speaker registrations is 12:00PM on Friday, August 1. The Commission is also inviting the public to make written submissions which can be lodged via the 'Make a Submission' portal on the Commission's website. The Commission will also accept submissions made via post or email. Written submissions will be accepted until 5:00pm on Monday, August 18. The community will be able to have its say at a public meeting, to be held next month in Singleton, on the restart of Redbank Power Station. Sitting idle for over a decade, Redbank Power Station's owners, Verdant Earth, hope to receive state planning approval to reopen the generator using biomass as a fuel source. Verdant Earth has proposed restarting operations at the Redbank, using woody biomass sourced from Invasive Native Species (INS) as a sustainable fuel source. Under the proposal the power generator would use up to 700,000 dry tonnes per year of biomass as fuel. The facility is located at Warkworth near Singleton. Initially commissioned in July 2001, Redbank was designed to produce electricity using coal tailings, a byproduct of coal processing. However, once the supply of coal tailings from the neighbouring Warkworth mine was no longer available, the power station ceased operations and has been under care and maintenance since October 2014. Enter Verdant Earth with their proposal to source INS, notably cypress pine, from western NSW to supply the energy source for the power station. The power station has a capacity of up to 151 MW of dispatchable energy and would operate 24 hours per day, seven days a week. The application being considered for approval is expected to create approximately 330 construction jobs and up to 60 operational jobs. During the current approval process, the NSW Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure (DPHI) commissioned ARUP to conduct an independent merit review of the project in February 2024. This merit review was completed in December 2024, and it focused on evaluating the seven critical project elements, including the availability of feedstock (woody biomass), processing capacity, compliance with the NSW Energy from Waste Policy, and emissions control. The merit review found moderate risks across several project elements, including the reliability of the woody biomass supply from the INS. It noted the unverified ability of suppliers to provide sufficient Invasive Native Species (INS) and discrepancies in high-yield estimates from landholders. Verdant Earth had suggested another source of biomass could come from Bana grass grown on degraded land. Still, the response from the review says this lacks independent validation and may fall short due to environmental and logistical constraints. DHPI has now completed its whole-of-government assessment and has now referred this application to the Independent Planning Commission for determination. The Commission is the consent authority because more than 50 unique public objections were received for the application. Commissioners Professor Neal Menzies AM (Chair), Ms Alex O'Mara, and Professor Elizabeth Taylor AO have been appointed by the Commission Chair to determine the application. Key issues identified in the Department's whole-of-government assessment of the development application include the types of waste proposed as fuel, greenhouse gas emissions, impacts on air quality, biodiversity and truck movements. The Commission has access to all previous written submissions made to the Department on this application; however, it is particularly helpful for the Commission Panel to also hear the community's views on the Department's Assessment Report, which can be found on the Commission's website. The public meeting on the proposed Restart of Redbank Power Station will be held at the Singleton Civic Centre on Monday, August 11, commencing at 10:00 am Anyone wishing to present at the public meeting must pre-register on the Commission's website using the Speaker Registration Form. The deadline for speaker registrations is 12:00PM on Friday, August 1. The Commission is also inviting the public to make written submissions which can be lodged via the 'Make a Submission' portal on the Commission's website. The Commission will also accept submissions made via post or email. Written submissions will be accepted until 5:00pm on Monday, August 18. The community will be able to have its say at a public meeting, to be held next month in Singleton, on the restart of Redbank Power Station. Sitting idle for over a decade, Redbank Power Station's owners, Verdant Earth, hope to receive state planning approval to reopen the generator using biomass as a fuel source. Verdant Earth has proposed restarting operations at the Redbank, using woody biomass sourced from Invasive Native Species (INS) as a sustainable fuel source. Under the proposal the power generator would use up to 700,000 dry tonnes per year of biomass as fuel. The facility is located at Warkworth near Singleton. Initially commissioned in July 2001, Redbank was designed to produce electricity using coal tailings, a byproduct of coal processing. However, once the supply of coal tailings from the neighbouring Warkworth mine was no longer available, the power station ceased operations and has been under care and maintenance since October 2014. Enter Verdant Earth with their proposal to source INS, notably cypress pine, from western NSW to supply the energy source for the power station. The power station has a capacity of up to 151 MW of dispatchable energy and would operate 24 hours per day, seven days a week. The application being considered for approval is expected to create approximately 330 construction jobs and up to 60 operational jobs. During the current approval process, the NSW Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure (DPHI) commissioned ARUP to conduct an independent merit review of the project in February 2024. This merit review was completed in December 2024, and it focused on evaluating the seven critical project elements, including the availability of feedstock (woody biomass), processing capacity, compliance with the NSW Energy from Waste Policy, and emissions control. The merit review found moderate risks across several project elements, including the reliability of the woody biomass supply from the INS. It noted the unverified ability of suppliers to provide sufficient Invasive Native Species (INS) and discrepancies in high-yield estimates from landholders. Verdant Earth had suggested another source of biomass could come from Bana grass grown on degraded land. Still, the response from the review says this lacks independent validation and may fall short due to environmental and logistical constraints. DHPI has now completed its whole-of-government assessment and has now referred this application to the Independent Planning Commission for determination. The Commission is the consent authority because more than 50 unique public objections were received for the application. Commissioners Professor Neal Menzies AM (Chair), Ms Alex O'Mara, and Professor Elizabeth Taylor AO have been appointed by the Commission Chair to determine the application. Key issues identified in the Department's whole-of-government assessment of the development application include the types of waste proposed as fuel, greenhouse gas emissions, impacts on air quality, biodiversity and truck movements. The Commission has access to all previous written submissions made to the Department on this application; however, it is particularly helpful for the Commission Panel to also hear the community's views on the Department's Assessment Report, which can be found on the Commission's website. The public meeting on the proposed Restart of Redbank Power Station will be held at the Singleton Civic Centre on Monday, August 11, commencing at 10:00 am Anyone wishing to present at the public meeting must pre-register on the Commission's website using the Speaker Registration Form. The deadline for speaker registrations is 12:00PM on Friday, August 1. The Commission is also inviting the public to make written submissions which can be lodged via the 'Make a Submission' portal on the Commission's website. The Commission will also accept submissions made via post or email. Written submissions will be accepted until 5:00pm on Monday, August 18.
The Advertiser
16-07-2025
- Business
- The Advertiser
E-bike rider injured in crash at Glendale
Newcastle Herald brings you live updates from breaking news incidents, weather, traffic and travel from across Newcastle, the Hunter Region and beyond. Stay up-to-date with what's going on as the day progresses. What's making news today? University of Newcastle's 200,000th alum is set to graduate in city hall 59 years after her granddad, Lake Macquarie council has demanded support for the Eraring Power Station closure to prevent economic 'death by a thousand cuts', The Ponga saga: is this borderline disrespectful to Knights fans? and Broken trust might be Rising Tide's biggest hurdle in its push for its 2025 protestival. The blog is free to access for all Newcastle Herald readers, but some article links may only be accessible exclusively to our subscribers. If you have any feedback about the blog please email news@ You can also send in news tips, diary dates and anything you think the news team needs to know. Photos and videos can also be emailed through. Or you can join all of the conversations in the comment section below, just scroll down to start discussing today's news. Newcastle Herald brings you live updates from breaking news incidents, weather, traffic and travel from across Newcastle, the Hunter Region and beyond. Stay up-to-date with what's going on as the day progresses. What's making news today? University of Newcastle's 200,000th alum is set to graduate in city hall 59 years after her granddad, Lake Macquarie council has demanded support for the Eraring Power Station closure to prevent economic 'death by a thousand cuts', The Ponga saga: is this borderline disrespectful to Knights fans? and Broken trust might be Rising Tide's biggest hurdle in its push for its 2025 protestival. The blog is free to access for all Newcastle Herald readers, but some article links may only be accessible exclusively to our subscribers. If you have any feedback about the blog please email news@ You can also send in news tips, diary dates and anything you think the news team needs to know. Photos and videos can also be emailed through. Or you can join all of the conversations in the comment section below, just scroll down to start discussing today's news. Newcastle Herald brings you live updates from breaking news incidents, weather, traffic and travel from across Newcastle, the Hunter Region and beyond. Stay up-to-date with what's going on as the day progresses. What's making news today? University of Newcastle's 200,000th alum is set to graduate in city hall 59 years after her granddad, Lake Macquarie council has demanded support for the Eraring Power Station closure to prevent economic 'death by a thousand cuts', The Ponga saga: is this borderline disrespectful to Knights fans? and Broken trust might be Rising Tide's biggest hurdle in its push for its 2025 protestival. The blog is free to access for all Newcastle Herald readers, but some article links may only be accessible exclusively to our subscribers. If you have any feedback about the blog please email news@ You can also send in news tips, diary dates and anything you think the news team needs to know. Photos and videos can also be emailed through. Or you can join all of the conversations in the comment section below, just scroll down to start discussing today's news. Newcastle Herald brings you live updates from breaking news incidents, weather, traffic and travel from across Newcastle, the Hunter Region and beyond. Stay up-to-date with what's going on as the day progresses. What's making news today? University of Newcastle's 200,000th alum is set to graduate in city hall 59 years after her granddad, Lake Macquarie council has demanded support for the Eraring Power Station closure to prevent economic 'death by a thousand cuts', The Ponga saga: is this borderline disrespectful to Knights fans? and Broken trust might be Rising Tide's biggest hurdle in its push for its 2025 protestival. The blog is free to access for all Newcastle Herald readers, but some article links may only be accessible exclusively to our subscribers. If you have any feedback about the blog please email news@ You can also send in news tips, diary dates and anything you think the news team needs to know. Photos and videos can also be emailed through. Or you can join all of the conversations in the comment section below, just scroll down to start discussing today's news.
