| LIFE can be a surprising business – just ask university academic Dan Johnstone. Five years ago at the age of 26 Dan was enjoying life to the full. He was playing rugby union, delighting in travel and music, particularly his guitar, and passionate about his career as a medical researcher. Part of his professional focus at the University of Newcastle, NSW, was investigating the effects of haemochromatosis on the brain and heart. Haemochromatosis – iron overload resulting from excessive absorption of iron from food – is the most common genetic disorder in Australia and about one in 200 people of north European origin carry the genetic risk. Left undetected and untreated the excess iron can cause tissue damage and potential death.Dan, originally from Tenambit in the Hunter Valley, was absorbed in discovering and decoding “the mysteries of life, health and disease†and after four years of study to complete his PhD had gained a valuable insight into the extent and effects of haemochromatosis.But he was also feeling lethargic, which at first he blamed on overwork, as he knew he had been working excessively long hours. However when his GP ordered a range of blood tests for an unrelated medical complaint, Dan discovered with a mixture of surprise and shock that he was suffering from haemochromatosis.Lethargy – along with fatigue, weakness and joint pains – is one of the key symptoms of haemochromatosis and linked to high levels of iron stored in the body. One indicator of the level of stored iron is serum ferritin. The normal range in men is 20-300 micrograms per litre of blood. Dan’s level was closer to 950. His treatment, as in all haemochromatosis cases, required the regular removal of up to 500mls of blood – a process known as venesection – until his iron levels returned to within the normal range. His parents and siblings were all later tested and his father was shown to have higher than normal iron levels requiring venesection. Now at 31 and contemplating a return to the rugby field, Dan is philosophical about his experience and the irony of researching a medical condition only to become a patient himself. “I was surprised then intrigued by the coincidence,†says Dan. “My choice of PhD research topic had nothing to do with any previous notion that myself or my family may have been afflicted by the condition. I think my situation really highlights how under-recognised this condition is. If someone working specifically on haemochromatosis can go through life totally unaware that they are affected by the condition, what chance of detecting it early have people who have never heard of haemochromatosis?†Most health professionals agree that early diagnosis is the answer to combating the potential long-term effects of the body storing too much iron, particularly as there is no natural way of excreting the excess and regular venesections can take up to 18 months to re establish normal iron levels. They also recognise that haemochromatosis tends to be under diagnosed partly because its symptoms – they include abdominal pain, diabetes, bronzed skin, severe irritability and depression – are similar to those caused by a range of other illnesses. With his experience Dan Johnstone, who is now a post-doctoral fellow at the University of Sydney, is able to offer an insider’s view of the different attitudes towards haemochromatosis held by some doctors. “I’ve seen several different GPs since being diagnosed with my condition and it’s quite striking how varied their concern is,†says Dan. “Some are very vigilant and willing to support the venesection treatments while others think it is no big deal and nothing to be too concerned about.†For his part, Dan is taking no chances. Apart from an occasional steak, he has reduced his meat intake and continues to have annual blood tests to ensure his iron levels remain within acceptable limits. Says Dan: “I think I was lucky in finding out about my condition and starting treatment relatively early in life before any serious damage had been done. I’m glad to have had it picked up so early. Early detection underlines the importance of public awareness campaigns.†### Dan Johnstone can be contacted Haemochromatosis Australia President – Ben Marris 0428 674787 Haemochromatosis Australia is the support, health promotion and advocacy group for people with haemochromatosis and their families. The group has operated continuously for 22 years. • It is a not for profit group run entirely by volunteers. The groups medical advisors include some of the leading academics and clinicians in the field of haemochromatosis, including – Prof Emeritus Lawrie Powell, Prof John Olynyk, Prof Martin Delatycki, Prof Darrell Crawford, Prof Katie Allen For more information www.haemochromatosis.org,au Haemochromatosis Haemochromatosis, or inherited iron overload disorder, is the most common genetic disorder in Australia. It causes the body to absorb excess iron which builds up in the organs and joints over many years and eventually becomes toxic. Early symptoms include joint pains, fatigue, weakness and sexual dysfunction. If untreated it can lead to serious and potentially fatal symptoms including diabetes, liver cancer and cirrhosis, heart failure and osteoarthritis. Despite being so common (one in 200 have the genetic pre-disposition) it is not well known and is frequently overlooked. Often only the individual symptoms are treated and the underlying cause is not recognised. Tests for the condition are simple and cheap. If iron studies show raised ferritin on two occasions, or if a first degree relative is diagnosed, then then a genetic test is covered by Medicare. If people are diagnosed early and treated then haemochromatosis is no barrier to a normal healthy life. Treatment is simple, drug free and uncontroversial. Regular venesection, like giving blood at a blood bank, unloads iron. Often this can be done at the Red Cross Blood Service and the blood is useful. Perhaps, if the condition needed pharmaceutical treatment, it would be better known Haemochromatosis Week The inaugural Australian Haemochromatosis Week will be held from 13th to 19th August 2012. The purpose of the week is to raise community awareness of the condition and thus improve the rate of early diagnosis. HAEMOCHROMATOSIS AWARENESS WEEK PUBLIC INFORMATION EVENTS Sydney Information Session and AGM Port Macquarie Information Session Brisbane Haemochromatosis Seminar Hobart Art Exhibition Adelaide Information Session Perth Information Session Sunshine Coast, Queensland Information Session Melbourne Information Session Gold Coast Information Session Tony Moorhead Secretary (07) 54 388267 m 0435 375450 FOR EXPERT INTERVIEW OR INFORMATION ON HAEMOCHROMATOSIS Professor Lawrie Powell AC Professor Emeritus, University of Queensland (07) 3646 2352 Professor Darrell Crawford. Dr Katie Goot GP Liaison Officer, Haemochromatosis Australia (07) 4995 8612 Professor Martin Delatycki Director, Bruce Lefroy Centre – Murdoch Childrens Research Institute Director, Clinical Genetics – Austin Health (03) 9496 4355 Professor Katie Allen Murdoch Childrens Research Institute, Melbourne Professor John Olynyk Laureate Professor John Aitken Newcastle University available for interview by appointment with[email protected] (02) 49 212 082 For personal stories of haemochromatosis Andrew Chapman, Photographer (03) 9752 1492 0418 557 590 David Blackmore, Wagu beef 0408 507 308 Dr. Daniel Johnstone, Sydney University 0422 074 503 |
Finance and Investment Forum |
| Wednesday, 16 October 2013 11:59 |
| Finance and Investment Forum Australia will bring together stakeholders and players as sustained investment in the datacentre and cloud sector drives new opportunities across the region.
Sydney – Experts and Investors from the Australian datacentre, hosting, and cloud finance sectors will meet to discuss regional growth opportunities at the 2nd Finance and Investment Forum Australia. The presentations will cover such topics as transforming enterprise IT and implications for datacentre outsourcing, assessing the risk of investing in datacentres, and market energy challenges. The forum will be held on 13 November 2013 at 2 Park Street, Sydney. Finance and Investment Forum Australia is researched and produced by consulting firm BroadGroup and presents an annual opportunity to focus on datacentres as an asset class. The Forum offers tremendous networking value, as it brings together senior executives from investors, funds, operators, property specialists, and legal counsel and user companies engaged in the sector. “The publicly quoted datacentre, hosting and cloud sector is now valued globally at around USD50 billion and rising,†commented Steve Wallage, managing director of BroadGroup Consulting. “We foresee M&A and consolidation in the industry, future IPOs and sustained investor returnsâ€. Mr Andrew Constance MP, Minister of Finance & Services NSW, will provide the welcome and introductory speech. Other speakers include Kris Kumar, Senior Vice President and Regional Head of Asia Pacific, Digital Realty, Andrew Kirker, Pacific Sales Director, Cloud, Colocation and Telecommunications, Schneider Electric, Bernadette Jew, Partner, Gilbert + Tobin Mike Foster, CEO, Fujitsu, Tim Palmer, Senior Manager, Data Centre Transformation, NAB, Damon Rees, Head of Strategy & Performance, Woolworths Ltd, and many other experts. The official media partner is datacentres.com. Discounted 3 for 2 tickets are available for purchase until October 30, 2013. ### For more information or to organize interviews, please contact Jason Hemens at Gilbert + Tobin [email protected] T +61 2 9263 4072 or Gregory Gerot at BroadGroup[email protected] T +44 20 7 1995 732. About the Finance and Investment Forum: The Finance and Investment Forum for Datacentres first forum took place at the Cass Business School in London in 2007 and since then it has become recognized as the only annual international meeting point for investors, operators, professional intermediaries and legal counsel focused on the data centre sector. About BroadGroup: BroadGroup is an Information Media Technology and Professional Services company providing a value chain of publications, conferences and consulting services to fast growing niches in the IT and Telecoms sector. Founded in 2002, the company aims to provide senior managers with a different perspective, create communities of interest, and inspire them with fresh insight. With an acclaimed consulting practice and the largest library of research reports in the datacentre sector worldwide, our research methodologies are free from potential conflicts of interest. BroadGroup’s consulting work specialises in commercial due diligence, demand analysis, and financial and business planning analysis. BroadGroup serves a customer base comprising of operating companies, technology innovators, investment and financial principals, government investment agencies, regional development authorities and professional service companies. Working internationally, the company was among the first to address cloud, and has also pioneered research into dark fibre and developed the innovative Finance and Investment conferences globally. It publishes the daily newsletter Datacentre News. To learn more about BroadGroup please visit: http://www.broad-group.com To learn more about Finance and Investment Forum Australia please visit: http://www.fif-australia.com/ |
My 120,000 Dollar Range Rover Lemon |
| Monday, 19 October 2009 12:17 |
| The lack of Motor Vehicle Lemon Laws will see Mid North Coast businessman Richard Jones takes on Jaguar LandRover Australia and Purnell Motors, Sydney for a scheduled five-day trial in the Goulburn Street District Court, Sydney from Monday, October 26, 2009.
“When it comes to buying a new car, most people would expect to be able to drive a $120,000 Range Rover out of the showroom and not be hassled with the problems often associated with a second-hand car,†Mr Jones said. “Right? Wrong! Problems with the vehicle began almost immediately, with the vehicle experiencing a range of minor problems from the bonnet hitting the bulbar, to the steering column screeching, to a drop in electrical power during night-time driving when the air-conditioning was turned on.†However, it was when the car experienced total engine failure and all the lights went out at about 85kph while driving at night on an unfamiliar winding road near Maleny on the Sunshine Coast’s Hinterland, that the extent of the vehicle’s problems became evident. Following the sudden engine failure, the car was sent to Purnell Motors where it was allegedly repaired. It was returned 3 weeks later but failed again on a high-level bridge, at speed, at night, in rain that same day. Mr Jones lives in Dorrigo, an hour west of Coffs Harbour on the NSW Mid North Coast, where he works as a business consultant in executive training and business management, specialising in effective risk management. He has owned Range Rovers since 1977 and in 2004 he purchased a new $120,000 Range Rover (TD6) from Purnell Motors, Arncliffe (recently relocated to Hurstville). Since that time, the luxury car that was supposed to provide him with hours of pleasure has brought him nothing but pain. “This new Range Rover Diesel, which won “Car of the Year†on its release, has had two total failures at speed in 2004 and failed again in April 2008. Last year, while the vehicle was still within the five year warranty period, Land Rover ordered its dealers not to do any more warranty work on the troublesome vehicle,†Mr Jones said. “The lack of Lemon Laws in Australia has caused hundreds of consumers to put up with ‘lemon’ cars. The motor vehicle lobby has effectively nullified consumer opportunity to seek redress except through common law and this needs to change. “The CTTT (Consumer Trading and Tenancy Tribunal) is grossly inadequate in its capacity to deal with the legal and corporate might of giant corporations, especially once it allows those companies legal representation. Corporations have bottomless pockets and access to more resources than most consumers. “Over the years dozens of cases have come to the attention of media programs, almost all of the very unhappy consumers have had to give up their battle against the big car dealers and still the government has done nothing. I have persisted for five years to see justice done.†In the USA, Lemon Laws are in place in each State that deal quickly and effectively with multiple failures or constant problems with a motor vehicle. Dealers are required to replace or refund the purchase price avoiding costly legal action for all parties. While the Lemon Laws vary from state to state, moves are currently underway to strengthen the USA Lemon Laws, with New Jersey earlier this month extending the period of time post-sale under which a car can be deemed a ‘lemon’. It is estimated that each year, Australians buy up to 15,000 new-car ‘lemons’ – cars that dealers repeatedly fail to properly repair and manufacturers refuse to replace. While this may be only a small proportion of the approximately 1 million vehicles sold each year, the impact is heavy on those involved. “It is extremely unsatisfactory that a consumer must go to the trouble and expense of court action in order to resolve these issues,†Mr Jones said. “The CTTT proved unable to deal with the matter and it was transferred to the District Court in 2007. With legal costs to date running into the tens of thousands, the State Government must act immediately to introduce Lemon Laws similar to those in the United States.†MEDIA: For further information contact: Richard Jones NOTE: Mr Jones is currently travelling to Sydney in preparation for the trial. Media inquires can also be directed to Lee McDougall on 02 6772 2301; 0448 966 086.  Press Release published by Get the Word Out. |
Horticulture for the Future 2011 |
| Friday, 16 September 2011 10:20 |
| The inaugural joint conference of the three leading Australasian and New Zealand Horticultural R&D Societies will be held at Mantra Erskine Beach Resort, Lorne, Victoria from September 18 to 22, 2011.
The Australasian Postharvest Horticulture Conference Organising Committee (APHC), the Australian Society for Horticultural Science (AuSHS) and the New Zealand Institute of Agriculture and Horticulture Science (NZIAHS) have joined forces in order to create an event of international significance around Horticultural Research, Development, Extension and Training. To achieve international relevance and recognition, the conference will have a scientifically and commercially balanced programme including invited world-class speakers relevant to the theme of the conference: “Horticulture for the Futureâ€. Sessions include: Invited Speakers Professor Guglielmo Costa Dr Ian Goodwin Ms Silvana Nicola is Associate Professor at the University of Torino, Italy in Vegetable Crops & Medicinal and Aromatic Plants; where she teaches at BSc, MSc and PhD level. Professor Jim Pratley Dr David Rudell Dr Margot Skinner Dr Stuart Tustin Professor Christopher Watkins Associate Professor Matthew D. Whiting For furthe information please see the conference website at http://www.cdesign.com.au/horticulture2011/ If you would like to speak to the Organising Committee or arrange to speak to one of the presenters, please contact Leesa McDermott on 0410 003 638 or at [email protected] ### |
Sydney Gourmet Society’s next Dinner |
| Tuesday, 27 April 2010 10:22 |
| Around the world, La Chaîne des Rôtisseurs has 24,000 members in 75 countries. In Australia, there are local sections in all capital cities. These clubs are called Bailliages, as part of the French society for food and wine appreciation.
The Chaine brings together professional members of the hospitality industry and non-professionals who enjoy fine dining. Every second month, the society organises degustation dinners with matching wines in major restaurants for a closed group varying from 50 to over 100 people. Some events are black tie. La Chaîne is a non-profit organisation, headed by a dedicated group of men and women. This month, the Sydney Bailliage appointed a new President (Bailli), Gunter Schaule. The society welcomes non-members to its degustation dinners. In Sydney, the next one will be at the Menzies Hotel on May 3rd, at a cost of $114 for five courses, including matching wines per course. Non-refundable bookings are with pre-payment only. The society’s international headquarters remains in Paris, where the organisation was founded in 1248 by King Louis IX, and the present day Chaîne des Rôtisseurs is still based on the traditions and practices of the ancient French brotherhood but now in an international and contemporary context. Since its internationalisation in 1950, the society has grown dramatically, spreading its presence to all major cities around the world. For More Information Contact: |
International Forensic Symposium in Hobart |
| Tuesday, 11 September 2012 21:44 |
| Real life CSI is coming to Tasmania and late September will not be the time to commit a crime in Hobart! The Australian and New Zealand Forensic Science Society (ANZFSS) is holding its biennial International Symposium on the Forensic Sciences at the Hotel Grand Chancellor, Hobart from 23 to 27 September.
One of the largest forensic meetings of its type in the world, the ANZFSS symposium is an opportunity for scientists, lawyers, forensic practitioners, academics, police, students, supervisors, managers and others to meet and discuss topical issues from the realm of forensic science. Eighteen major forensic disciplines will be highlighted with many nationally and internationally recognised scientists and other speakers presenting. Topics to be covered include Blood Pattern Analysis, Illicit Drugs, Fingerprint Examination, DNA, Wildlife Forensics, Firearms and Toolmarks, Document Examination and much more. The event will attract approximately 800 delegates from dozens of countries and the latest in equipment for forensic investigation will be on display. Over 500 presentations will be delivered during the week, in addition to a number of workshops held before and after the symposium. Although the symposium is primarily of interest to those who work within the forensic sciences, anyone can register and attend. Crime writers in particular have found the ANZFSS symposium in the past to provide rich fodder for their stories. Detailed information can be found at www.anzfss2012.com.au Media enquiries can be directed to Debbie McHoul at Forensic Science Service Tasmania on (+61 3) 62785656 or 0409 524 059. |
Newzulu launches Australian citizen journalism awards |
| Friday, 20 September 2013 13:25 |
| Newzulu Australia Reporter Awards offer $5000 in cash prizes to citizen journalists
SYDNEY // Newzulu / AFP / AAP // — Newzulu Australia announced it has launched the first Australian citizen journalism awards, offering $5000 in cash prizes to citizen reporters submitting photos, videos and articles in the Breaking News, Celebrities, Entertainment and Sports categories. The Newzulu Australia Reporter of the Year will be awarded to the most outstanding contribution overall. In addition to publication on Newzulu.com.au and eligibility for cash prizes, submissions to the Newzulu Australia Reporter Awards will be distributed to domestic and global media outlets including television and radio broadcasters, newspaper and magazine publishers. Newzulu is the world’s leading citizen journalism publishing platform and news wire service, having been established in partnership with the Agence France-Presse (AFP) as Citizenside.com in 2007. Newzulu is headquartered in Paris and operates through bureaus worldwide to distribute and publish photos, videos and articles contributed by over 150,000 citizen journalists in over 150 countries. Newzulu.com.au was launched to provide a publishing and distribution platform for Australian citizen journalists, who are able to submit local Australian news, photos and videos, for distribution to domestic and international media outlets. Citizen journalists can make contributions through the Newzulu.com.au website or by downloading the Newzulu mobile apps for iOS and Android. When Newzulu Australia sells a citizen journalists contribution to a publisher, the contributor is paid cash for their news contribution. Citizen journalism is playing an increasingly prominent role in traditional media with smart phones capturing photos and videos of news events from the perspective of Australians who are at the scene at the time the news breaks. Citizen reporters are also able to offer their independent opinions on issues without being subject to the editorial constraints of traditional media outlets. Newzulu Australia provides a platform for citizen journalists to publish photos and videos they capture and to instantly distribute and sell them to media outlets in Australia and around the world. Newzulu Australia offers media outlets access to breaking news from the perspective of Australians who witness news events on an instantaneous basis. “We are delighted to announce $5000 in prizes for the first ever citizen journalism awards in Australia, the 2013 Newzulu Australia Reporter Awards. Newzulu sees the growing importance of citizen journalism in the media landscape and we believe these Awards will surface outstanding news reporting from smartphones in the hands of ordinary Australians.†Said Alex Hartman, co-Founder of Newzulu Australia. ABOUT Newzulu Newzulu Limited is Australia’s leading citizen journalism publishing platform and news wire service. Newzulu was founded as Citizenside in partnership with Agence France-Presse in 2007 and has over 150,000 citizen journalist contributors in over 150 countries worldwide. Newzulu acts as an agency for the sale of photos, videos and editorial through its online sales platform Newzulu Wire and in partnership with local media sales partners around the world. Newzulu operates bureaus in Paris, London, New York, Los Angeles and Sydney, providing its citizen journalism platform to media outlets including television and radio broadcasters as well as newspaper and magazine publishers. Newzulu also operates the Adzulu brand-funded user-generated advertising platform. ### |
Queensland inventors win best tackle award |
| Friday, 09 September 2011 15:07 |
| SNAP-ON SINKERS FLOAT FISHING INDUSTRY’S BOAT
Snap-on sinkers are set to become the new tackle box must-have after KLIK Sinkers won a coveted industry award at the 2011 Australian Fishing Trade Association Awards on the Gold Coast. The clever all-Australian invention was awarded ‘best of show’ after being voted the most innovative new product in the terminal tackle category. The clamshell style hinge and clasp opening allows the easy ‘snap-on’ addition or removal of sinkers without the need to cut line or re-tie knots. The fast, practical system is a world-first and has an international patent pending. The KLIK Sinker project has been a labour of love over the past three years for two Queenslanders; Brisbane based industrial designer Scot Farley and Rockhampton based fishing enthusiast Rob Lange. “We’re really proud of the final product and the way it’s evolved through the research and development phase. To receive the AFTA award is the icing on the cake. The recognition and positive response from the industry has been fantastic,†said Scot Farley, Principal Designer at F3 Industrial Design. Farley expects the fishing community to find the new snap-on sinkers particularly useful in situations where you change your sinkers frequently, like surf casting, float lining and rock fishing, or where quick tackle system changes are required between fresh bait and lures. “The snap-on system is also really easy for kids to use and a good option for people with poor vision or when used in low light situations, they also make storing or transporting your rods a breeze because they are so easy to remove and replace.†Environmentally aware, Farley designed KLIK Sinkers resilient outer casing to protect the user, wildlife and the environment from the effects of lead. The striking ‘blue bottle’ blue colour of the sinkers was chosen to dissuade sea birds and other marine life from ingesting the sinkers. KLIK Sinkers have partnered with iconic fishing reel and accessories company, Alvey Reels Australia, for distribution. The sinkers are currently available at more than 40 selected stockists in Queensland and New South Wales, with plans to supply retail outlets Australia-wide. “KLIK Sinkers are a truly useful piece of tackle for avid anglers who can now enjoy the speed and convenience of changing sinkers without cutting their lines. We are very excited to finally be releasing our product nationally,†Lange said. KLIK sinkers are currently available in sliding ball configuration in 4 packs of size 4’s and 2 packs of size 8’s, and retail for between $5 and $6 per pack. *IMAGES available by request (Product, Award,People)* * INTERVIEW with Scot Farley available by request* *http://kliksinkers.com* RELEASED BY: ### |
Pinot Domination at Firefly Neutral Bay |
| Tuesday, 15 October 2013 12:02 |
| “There’s only one thing hotter than the mercury right now and that’s the love affair Sydneysiders are having with pinot noir.
The recent Pinot Palooza wine & music festival at Carriageworks last week featured DJ’s and more than sixty of Australia & New Zealands finest pinot producers and was a sold out event. Firefly Neutral Bay’s pinot collection is experiencing the same type of interest and demand from local punters. “No wine is capturing the hearts of our customers more than pinot noir right now†– says Firefly owner Daniel Sofo. “We chose to grow the pinot noir component of our list to an offering of fifty, and still couldnt keep up with demand. So i kept adding to our offering. My staff laugh and shake their heads at the daily procession of couriers & delivery drivers – all delivering more pinot. Of the 150 wines on offer at Firefly eighty are pinot noir. Actually, rather than put them on a menu the bottles are displayed on a feature wall. From each hangs a luggage tag with price and detailed tasting notes. Where will the obsession lead to? “The sky’s the limit†muses Sofo. “We predominately feature Australian & Kiwi blockbusters up to one hundred and fifty dollars. As our reputation has grown so too have customer requests for the exotic and rare, and of course Burgundy (French pinot). I do harbor a secret fantasy to have Australia’s best new world pinot collection one day. I suppose two hundred pinots isn’t out of the question.†### Media Contact Firefly |
New Book by Spiritual Expert Shirley Carton Gives Readers Tactics for Improving Their Lives in Challenging Times |
| Tuesday, 24 March 2009 08:40 |
| It’s easy to lose yourself and your dreams during bleak economic times such as these. Each day the news gives us plenty of reasons to dread the future instead of pursuing our dreams. Letting Go of the Past-At Last: To Love and Freedom, a new book by spirituality expert Shirley Carton, shows that this is no way to live.
In Letting Go of the Past-At Last, Carton gives readers the knowledge and skills needed to let go of the negative influences of the past and create a rewarding future that is worth looking forward to. Carton guides readers through:
Carton’s unique and gentle style of guidance stems from her years of work helping others with their own self-discovery and awareness. Carton, along with her late husband Jeoffry, developed the ‘STEPS’© To Self Discovery – Personal and Spiritual Transformation Program in 1996 designed to help guide others on their path to self discovery, positive thinking and healing of the mind, spirit and soul through love and acceptance. “My teachings of self-discovery and positivity all stem from my own experiences,†Carton said. “I’ve lived through everything that I teach.†“Part of my own healing came from helping others. Letting Go of the Past-At Last: To Love and Freedom is another way for me to reach out and help as many people as possible,†Carton said. To learn more about or purchase Letting Go of the Past-At Last visit www.lettinggoofthepast-atlast.com. To learn more about Shirley Carton and her transformative message, visit her website at http://www.stepswa.com.au/.  For More Information BookPal  Press Release Published by Get The Word Out |