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2 weeks ago | 
pantagraph.com | Jenna Smith
Memorial Day weekend is a popular time for a family barbecue. You’re bound to smell the flavors of a charcoal grill that has just been lit. When grilling, it’s important to always remember safety first. Place the grill away from buildings, bushes and dry leaves, and make sure it is sitting on a level surface. Keep a spray bottle of water handy to extinguish any flare-ups and prevent burning the food.
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2 weeks ago | 
kelledyjones.com.au | Jenna Smith
This recent decision of the Court of Appeal is a ‘must read’ for authorised council officers. It canvasses requirements for expiation notices, prosecution time limits and defences under the Australian Road Rules (ARR). At the centre of the appeal was a dispute concerning the adequacy of an expiation notice issued by the Council for “double parking.”The expiation notice contained most relevant, information.
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3 weeks ago | 
kelledyjones.com.au | Jenna Smith
13 May 2025How quickly that time of the year comes around! The new financial year is now ‘in sight’. Each council is busy progressing the preparation of its draft Annual Business Plan and Budget for 2025/2026 and as part of this process, is actively considering its rate declarations. Please see below for details of our Legal Verification – Declaration of Rates Service, providing time savings and legal certainty to councils through this process.
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1 month ago | 
pantagraph.com | Jenna Smith
Pistachios are a popular nut in the United States. California leads the U.S. in pistachio production, where 99% of American pistachios are grown. When this nut is ripe, the hull splits in two, showcasing the green nut inside. Pistachios have a distinct nutty flavor with a subtle sweetness that is perfect for snacking. Expert chefs have incorporated pistachios in a variety of dishes, particularly in pastries and desserts.
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1 month ago | 
kelledyjones.com.au | Jenna Smith
Attention authorised officers, team leaders and managers of regulatory/environmental and development compliance teams!In our post-COVID world, the role of authorised officers in investigating and responding to complaints and breaches of the various regulatory legislation administered by councils has become increasingly complex and demanding.
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1 month ago | 
pantagraph.com | Jenna Smith
There are all kinds of buzz words in the weight loss industry, and one that has had its share of the spotlight is bone broth. What is bone broth, and how does it differ from regular broth or stock? All three are very similar and thus can be used interchangeably. First, regular broth is made by simmering meat with water, vegetables, herbs and spices for a short period of time. It’s generally a thin liquid that is light in color.
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2 months ago | 
knockinglive.com | Jenna Smith
Since ancient times, spices have been at the heart of world cuisine imp, adding flavour and richness to various preparations while giving multiple health benefits. But beyond their culinary role, their ethical value helps develop sustainability within the food sector. A spice house with a laudable reputation safeguards the environment even as it promotes fair trade through its sourcing, processing, and distribution.
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2 months ago | 
knockinglive.com | Jenna Smith
For property redevelopment, nothing can hold more weight than a successful demolition. Be it the tearing down of an old house to make way for something new, the destruction of structures for commercial development, or clearing sites for some other purpose, the demolition stage is an important step nonetheless. While it seems as easy as hammering things down, proper planning ensures a safe, systematic, and legally compliant process.
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2 months ago | 
pantagraph.com | Jenna Smith
Many recipes will call for an onion, but when you get to the store and see all the different types of onions, which one do you buy? Not all onions are alike, so understanding the differences can help you choose the right one for your recipe. Onions are a member of the allium family, along with scallions, shallots, leeks and garlic. Storage onions include different varieties of white, yellow, sweet and red onions. White onions are slightly milder and more crisp than yellow onions.
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2 months ago | 
mbcradio.com | Jenna Smith
(Photo: Monica Goulet and her family at Christmas time following her kidney transplant surgery, provided by Monica Goulet) March is National Kidney Month, and today, March 13, is World Kidney Day. A study done by the National Library of Medicine in 2022 highlighted inequities in kidney care for Indigenous people in Canada. The study indicates that Indigenous Canadians experience worse clinical and patient-oriented outcomes compared with the general population.
