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West Australian
a day ago
- Business
- West Australian
Meat and Livestock Australia welcomes new research development and adoption general manager
Meat and Livestock Australia has welcomed Sarah Strachan as its new general manager for research development and adoption. Ms Strachan will oversee MLA's $175.2 million investment in both on-farm and off-farm research and development projects. She will also manage the adoption and extension services provided to the red meat supply chain. Ms Strachan said she was excited to step into the role and convert research into real-world impact. 'We want to invest in innovation that matters, supporting producers and the broader supply chain to adopt practices, and ensuring the red meat sector remains competitive, sustainable, and future-ready,' she said. Ms Strachan is no stranger to MLA, starting with the company in 2001 in the Meat Standards Australia program and implementing recommendations of the Beef Language White Paper which changed the way beef is described in Australia. MLA managing director Michael Crowley said Ms Strachan takes on the role with 'deep industry knowledge, strong strategic leadership skills, and proven track record'. 'She has an incredible record delivering high value and impactful results for producers, backed by her immense passion for the sector,' he said. 'Her ability to translate complex R&D into practical, on-the-ground outcomes has been instrumental in strengthening MLA's impact across the red meat supply chain. 'Sarah will provide strategic direction and leadership to build awareness and adoption of MLA's programs, an area where she has already demonstrated significant success.'
Scotsman
4 days ago
- General
- Scotsman
Plan to close Edinburgh's Marionville fire station would 'increase risk to community'
Plans to close Edinburgh's Marionville fire station would mean longer response times for emergencies, putting communities at greater risk, a firefighters' leader has warned. Sign up to our daily newsletter Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to Edinburgh News, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... The station, which was built using the potentially dangerous Reinforced Autoclaved Aereated Concrete (RAAC), has been earmarked to shut in a review by the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS). But fire chiefs say no decision has been made and nothing will happen until the public have been consulted. However, a petition has been launched on by Marionville firefighter and Fire Brigades Union rep David Strachan to save the station from closure. Marionville fire station is being proposed for closure | Google Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Mr Strachan argues Marionville fire station is 'a crucial resource in the east of Edinburgh, less than a mile from the city centre' and the closing it will mean 'a huge increase in risk'. He says: 'Marionville was built using RAAC panels which means the station must be rebuilt. SFRS, due to lack of proper funding, are moving forward to permanently close the station. It is unacceptable that due to underfunding, firefighters and their community are now facing further risk due to chronic financial neglect. 'The closure of Marionville presents a huge increase in risk, with increased response times to a densely populated area of Edinburgh, a city where the population is increasing at an unprecedented rate. 'It also has knock-on effects, putting significantly increased pressure on surrounding fire stations, two of which are already the first and third busiest in Scotland. Resources are already spread far too thin in the Capital. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad 'It is a matter of minutes for a fire to go from manageable to fully developed, dramatically increasing the risk to people, property and firefighters.' Edinburgh East Labour MP Chris Murray said: 'The Marionville firefighters put their lives on the line every day to protect people in central and east Edinburgh. 'There is lots of student accommodation being built in that area, the population is going up a lot, there are a lot of tenemented streets - and any 999 call about a tenement requires two fire engines to attend. 'It's also the city centre - so that means the Scottish Parliament, Holyrood Palace, the Festival and so on. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad 'If the closure goes ahead the nearest fire stations left would be Newcraighall at one end and McDonald Road at the other. Both of these have very congested routes to that part of Edinburgh. From Newcraighall, I've spent 40 minutes trying to get there in a car. The roads are clogged. 'And minutes really matter when it comes to a fire. The longer you leave a fire, the more dangerous it is for someone to get it, so you'll get there three minutes later and it's not safe enough to send firefighters in any more and you have to let it burn - or the risk to the firefighters themselves becomes so much higher.' SFRS deputy assistant chief officer Andrew Girrity said: "We are currently in the midst of a service delivery review, which aims to ensure that our resources – our staff, stations and appliances – are matched to operational risk and demand across Scotland. 'We also must address urgent property issues including stations affected by RAAC, which includes Marionville Community Fire Station. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad "We have now concluded an options appraisal and development process, and a number of change options have been recommended to progress to public consultation in the summer. This remains subject to final approval by the SFRS Board. "Any permanent changes to our station footprint or how we deliver our services will only come after we have sought views from the public and a final decision has been made by the SFRS Board."
The Courier
4 days ago
- Sport
- The Courier
Gordon Strachan says Dundee set for 'new philosophy' with next boss as Dens chief reveals appointment timeline
There will be a 'new philosophy' beginning at Dundee with the appointment of a new manager says technical director Gordon Strachan. The Dark Blues are on the recruitment drive for a new boss for the third time in the past four years after sacking Tony Docherty. Docherty led the Dens Park side to safety in the Premiership but results fell short of the standard expected according to the club. Now the search for his replacement is set to stretch into a third week, as revealed by Courier Sport on Wednesday. Now the club's technical director Strachan has confirmed that timescale saying a new man could be in place 'within the next eight days'. And there will be more change than just a new manager as managing director John Nelms begins a shake-up behind the scenes. 'At the moment, John's got a short list. That doesn't mean they're all small people!' Strachan joked to the Edinburgh Evening News. 'It's just that John's got about four or five that he's talking to in the next couple of weeks. He knows what's needed, he knows what type of manager he's after. 'Over the last three years, he's changed manager. But each manager must be proud of what they've done. 'Because we were promoted to the Scottish Premiership with one manager, Gary Bowyer, and then Tony's taken over in there. 'John's now decided that he sees something else that he needs, so that's what he's doing now. 'I would imagine within the next eight days, there'll probably be an announcement, and there'll be a shake-up in what we actually do with the coaching staff. 'There'll be a new philosophy in the coaching, to be honest with you.'
Scottish Sun
4 days ago
- Sport
- Scottish Sun
‘Impressive' Celtic star ‘would be world class if he was five inches taller'
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) FORMER Scotland boss Gordon Strachan claims Greg Taylor is inches away from being "world class." The Celtic full-back could leave the Premiership champions after failing to agree new terms and the impending return of fans' favourite Kieran Tierney. Sign up for the Celtic newsletter Sign up 3 Greg Taylor with Anthony Ralston and James Forrest Credit: Kenny Ramsay 3 Greg Taylor in action Credit: Alamy 3 Gordon Strachan Credit: Kenny Ramsay Hoops boss Brendan Rodgers wants him to stay, but the 27-year-old's availability has alerted Greek side PAOK who are on the lookout for a full-back. Strachan, who famously quipped "genetics" were holding Scotland back after failing to qualify for the 2018 World Cup in Russia, believes the 5 foot 6 inch full-back could be among the best in the world if he was bigger. He told Esports Insider: 'Celtic have Kieran Tierney coming back into the team for next season, which will be a huge boost and a great signing. 'However, I really like Greg Taylor. He's not tall, but he jumps well, plays the system as well as anybody; if he was six foot tall and slightly quicker, he'd be a world class left-back. 'Unfortunately, as I know too well, the lack of height can be a disadvantage at times. "He is still a consistent left-back though and he's been impressive.' Strachan believes Celtic will look to strengthen in the final third this summer. They've been linked with Brondby striker Mathias Kvistgaarden. The 23-year-old has enjoyed a prolific season for the Danes, with 23 goals in 38 games, but the Hoops could face competition for his signature from other European clubs. And Strachan thinks Celtic won't be able to compete with the spending power of Europe's elite. Celtic fans would never let their club die says Hoops hero Peter Grant He said: 'Celtic don't have the money to go big bucks, they'll need to pluck an attacker out of the air which they're good at. 'They'll be signings this summer you've probably never heard of, but you'll be talking about them big time in a year. 'The club have a plan, and it usually works. "I think they'll be looking at attackers overall and perhaps a goalkeeper, but they don't have the money to go all out in the window. 'I expect there'll be some other big decisions on Brendan Rodgers' mind for the rest of the squad. "Kasper Schmeichel will have a decision on whether he wants to keep going or call it a day. "Wide men and strikers are always in the conversation for Celtic and midfielders always want a striker to give the ball to. 'Fans were naturally worried about Celtic losing the cup final last week, but I wouldn't be too worried. "They hit the post and the bar, and Kasper made an uncharacteristic mistake. "If you account for those, you'd probably say it would've been a comfortable win for Celtic, so there's no need to enter panic mode and start demanding loads of transfers.' Keep up to date with ALL the latest news and transfers at the Scottish Sun football page
Daily Record
4 days ago
- Sport
- Daily Record
Kasper Schmeichel in Celtic quit fear as major Greg Taylor issue pinpointed
The former Hoops boss has had his say on some of the issues up for debate at his old club Gordon Strachan reckons Kasper Schmeichel could QUIT Celtic this summer – while revealing Greg Taylor's small problem. The former Hoops boss has cast doubt over the big keeper's future after the 38-year-old boobed in Saturday's Scottish Cup Final shootout defeat to Aberdeen. Strachan would also love to see Taylor stick around – even though his lack of inches stops him hitting the top heights. The full back is in limbo with his contract up at Parkhead and former hero Kieran Tierney set to return in a few weeks. Boss Brendan Rodgers hasn't given up hope in persuading the 27-year-old to stick around but there is interest in England, Croatia and in the USA. Strachan is a huge fan of the left back – even if he is too wee. The pint-sized former Celtic manager knows it's hard going against some of the giants in Scottish pint-sized former Celtic manager knows it's hard going against some of the giants in Scottish football. Ex-Scotland gaffer Strachan – speaking to Esports Insider – said: 'Celtic have Kieran Tierney coming back into the team for next season, which will be a huge boost and a great signing. 'However, I really like Greg Taylor. He's not tall, but he jumps well, plays the system as well as anybody – if he was six foot tall and slightly quicker, he'd be a world class left-back. 'Unfortunately, as I know too well, the lack of height can be a disadvantage at times. He is still a consistent left-back though and he's been impressive.' Strachan reckons Celtic will be busy in the summer transfer window with another striker a top priority. But he also believes the Hoops might be in the market for a new keeper – as Kasper Schmeichel could decide to hang up the gloves. Celts hit the button on an one-year extension to the Denmark no.1's deal at the club but the 39-year-old was the Hampden fall guy after gifting Aberdeen's later leveller in the Scottish Cup penalty shootout defeat. Strachan said: 'Celtic don't have the money to go big bucks, they'll need to pluck an attacker out of the air which they're good at. 'They'll be signings this summer you've probably never heard of, but you'll be talking about them big time in a year. 'The club have a plan, and it usually works. They'll be looking at attackers overall and perhaps a goalkeeper, but they don't have the money to go all out in the window. 'I expect there'll be some other big decisions on Brendan Rodgers' mind for the rest of the squad. Kasper Schmeichel will have a decision on whether he wants to keep going or call it a day. 'Wide men and strikers are always in the conversation for Celtic and midfielders always want a striker to give the ball to. 'Fans were naturally worried about Celtic losing the cup final last week, but I wouldn't be too worried. 'They hit the post and the bar, and Kasper made an uncharacteristic mistake. If you account for those, you'd probably say it would've been a comfortable win for Celtic, so there's no need to enter panic mode and start demanding loads of transfers.'
