HI All The flight back from Sydney to Johannesburg on Qantas is a long but very comfortable journey flying into strong winds for up to 14 hours. On occasions in the past, we have gone as far south as the Antarctic to help the pilot reduce the effect of the Westerly winds. NB the Eastward […]
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Background Information: An understanding of the way level crossings operate could save your life someday. The danger is particularly acute when travelling on an unfamiliar route. Road users must follow road rules and signs and pay attention to the road environment when approaching rail crossings. International police statistics show that up to 95 per cent
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Safe driving involves thoughtful driving and adjusting driving to the prevailing conditions. With the suggestions below, we should be able to share roads responsibly with other road users! Why is driving at Sunrise and Sunset an Increased Risk to Safety? Vulnerable Road Users Not only drivers of motor vehicles and trucks share the roads at
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Hi All In the beginning, before the advent of the Big City, we all lived in small villages in the middle of large open spaces. Man had lots of room to move around and had time to enjoy the best aspects of nature falling asleep in the evenings under bright canopies filled with millions of
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It is very important to consider other road users on roads with pothole risks. Sudden changes in direction may be deadly, especially for our most vulnerable road users. Among the crash reports on the Arrive Alive website, we have found numerous examples of injury and death to pedestrians and cyclists where drivers have lost control
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HI All To have the most benefit out of a game of golf requires a good 7 hours of the day – driving to and from the golf club; playing 18 holes; a shower afterwards; followed by a few drinks with your playing 4 ball. I, therefore, try to ensure that I do not have
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Hi All I flew over to Brisbane on Qantas last weekend for my annual visit to see my daughters and granddaughters. The young ladies and I were going to compete in a Sprint Triathlon for the first time together in the Sunshine Coast tomorrow Lo and behold, though, I was informed on arrival that the
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In modern society, the mother-to-be simply can’t stay at home and wait around for nine months. Our pregnant road users need to know that unless they suffer from a special condition, they can live normal lives without too many changes. As long as it is comfortable, they can get in a car right up until
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4 min…. read In Zimbabwe, where the roads are often crowded and traffic flows continuously, courteous driving practices are paramount. Understanding and adhering to driving etiquette can significantly enhance road safety and create a more pleasant driving environment. Driving is an everyday activity for millions, yet it can also be one of the most dangerous.
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Zimbabwe is well known for electrical storms and lightning. However beautiful these might be at times, they also present a deadly and very real threat to those caught in the open. Approximately hundreds of people are killed by lightning in our country each year. It’s not always possible to predict where and when lightning will strike,
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