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ABC News
5 days ago
- Business
- ABC News
St John WA ambulance service announces job losses in 'targeted reset'
St John WA says economic pressures have led to it axing 90 staff from its ranks, but has confirmed no paramedic roles have been cut. In a memo sent to staff on Thursday, St John WA CEO Kevin Brown said redeployment was being offered to staff where possible and the losses were part of a "targeted reset." "Like many organisations, we are operating in a more constrained economic environment and have had to make some tough choices to ensure the sustainability of our services into the future," he said. "This change represents a potential reduction of 2 per cent of our paid team. "That doesn't lessen the human impact, but I share it to provide perspective. "We are continuing to invest in frontline resourcing, critical systems, and commercial services that underpin our charitable programs." According to its website, St John WA employs more than 2,800 people, but also relies on the volunteer work of 6,000 people and almost 48,000 community responders. A St John WA spokesperson said the cuts would not impact paramedics. "Our focus remains on delivering safe, high-quality frontline services and maintaining the systems and infrastructure that support them," they said in a statement. Mr Brown said he would address staff on Monday to provide more detail. "We know this change brings disruption, particularly in support and enabling teams," he said. "We're working closely with leaders to understand the flow-on effects and will keep listening as we assess impacts and next steps."
Yahoo
15-07-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Oneil Cruz's 513-foot Home Run Derby blast sent Kevin Brown into a delightful frenzy
Pittsburgh Pirates shortstop Oneil Cruz blasted a 513-foot homer out of Atlanta's Truist Park on Monday night during the 2025 MLB Home Run Derby. It's one of the most impressive homers you're likely to see this season, even if it was technically done in a non-game event specifically engineered to produce homers. Advertisement Live HR Derby bracket updates, rules, results: Best moments and dingers However, Cruz even outdid the expectations for an event such as a home run derby. ESPN2's Statcast Edition broadcaster Kevin Brown absolutely flipped out over how much power Cruz put on his stunning homer. Brown always has been one of the best in the business for broadcasting baseball, and he brings the heat with this sincerely jubilant call. Sometimes, it's just nice when somebody who genuinely loves something gets excited about it on live television. There is no snark or cynicism here, just a guy experiencing genuine joy at getting to broadcast such a monster home run. While the main ESPN broadcast got lots of bad reviews, Brown's great call of Oneil's homer made his feed stand out. Advertisement This article originally appeared on For The Win: Oneil Cruz's 513-foot Home Run Derby blast sent Kevin Brown into a frenzy
USA Today
15-07-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Oneil Cruz's 513-foot Home Run Derby blast sent Kevin Brown into a delightful frenzy
Oneil Cruz has Kevin Brown going wild on the Statcast broadcast."513! HE DID IT! YOU GOTTA BE KIDDING! ONEIL CRUZ HAS BROKEN THE DERBY!" ⚾️💣📺🎙️ #MLB #HomeRunDerby Pittsburgh Pirates shortstop Oneil Cruz blasted a 513-foot homer out of Atlanta's Truist Park on Monday night during the 2025 MLB Home Run Derby. It's one of the most impressive homers you're likely to see this season, even if it was technically done in a non-game event specifically engineered to produce homers. Live HR Derby bracket updates, rules, results: Best moments and dingers However, Cruz even outdid the expectations for an event such as a home run derby. ESPN2's Statcast Edition broadcaster Kevin Brown absolutely flipped out over how much power Cruz put on his stunning homer. Brown always has been one of the best in the business for broadcasting baseball, and he brings the heat with this sincerely jubilant call. Sometimes, it's just nice when somebody who genuinely loves something gets excited about it on live television. There is no snark or cynicism here, just a guy experiencing genuine joy at getting to broadcast such a monster home run. While the main ESPN broadcast got lots of bad reviews, Brown's great call of Oneil's homer made his feed stand out.
Powys County Times
14-07-2025
- Business
- Powys County Times
How to add £100k plus to your property before evaluation
The housing market in the UK can be a difficult thing to navigate, but there are a few ways to increase the value of your home before evaluation. Some of these changes might be more involved and cost more money than others, but should offer benefits down the line. A few home improvement specialists have offered their advice on what to add to a home to improve its value. All price elevations are calculated based on the average England property price according to the ONS, which as of February 2025 (most recent data), is £292,000. How to add £100k plus to your property before evaluation Spot renovations (£9,000) Low-cost fixes to draughts, surfaces, doorways and windows can help add a small boost to your property's value. Fixing up the bathroom, especially when it comes to improving your grouting, tiling, and mould, can also help. Josh Jinks, Brand Manager at UltraTile, explains: "Prospective homeowners don't want to feel like they might have to deal with damp or failed grouting - left unattended, that can create a much bigger job further down the line, so using reliable waterproofing and tanking kits will be vital. Basic spot renovations can add up to 3.1% sale value on a property, which works out at £9,052 for the average-priced home. Boost kerb appeal (£14,600) Cleaning up your property's exterior can offer some benefits, as it will provide the first impression for buyers. Kevin Brown, aluminium windows renovation specialist from The Heritage Window Company, says: 'Timber windows, most noticeable in older properties, are particularly prone to weather damage over time and will be in dire need of cleaning, glazing and or repainting. 'Don't forget the driveway, either. Block paving in driveways will likely require a good pressure wash, cleaning away the moss, algae and grime build-up of the past few years." In total, a well-maintained property exterior can add 5-7% value to a home, resulting in a minimum average of £14,600 value-added. Increase bedroom storage (£29,200) Improved storage space, and bedroom storage in particular, can add significant value to your home, according to Greg Carlisle from The Sliding Door Wardrobe Company. He explains: 'Fitted bedroom wardrobes can increase property value by 10%, as well as help to sell a property quicker once it reaches market. "If you go into any newbuild property in 2025, you'll find some sort of fitted storage solution, whether that's a walk-in wardrobe, understairs storage or integrated cupboards – and this added value is exactly why.' With a potential added value of up to 10%, you can expect fitted bedroom storage to add up to £29,200 to your home. Improve your EPC rating (£8,760–£57,232) Improving the energy efficiency certificate attributed to your home will likely be the most costly investment, but should reap rewards. This could include fitting double-glazing (or secondary glazing for older properties affected by planning permission) or draught-proofing the loft. Kevin Brown explains: 'Upgrading your property from a D to a C rating costs £5,500 on average, resulting in added value of 3% or £8760. "A more dramatic upgrade, from G to C for example, can see increased value as high as 19.6% or £57,232.' Recommended reading: Improve your garden (£58,000+) Gardens add incredible value to your home through substantial but relatively low-cost changes. Chris Cooper, lawn specialist at Hayter, explains: 'A well-maintained and landscaped garden can add up to 20% to your home, dramatically improving the final evaluation. "To achieve a well-sculpted look quickly, you must start by making sure your lawn is neatly cut, weeded and well-presented with a planted border. 'Make sure you leave a minimum of one-third of your grass height to keep the lawn healthy, and in summer, make sure to mow every 1-1.5 weeks if the weather is especially warm."
Glasgow Times
14-07-2025
- Business
- Glasgow Times
How to add £100k plus to your property before evaluation
Some of these changes might be more involved and cost more money than others, but should offer benefits down the line. A few home improvement specialists have offered their advice on what to add to a home to improve its value. All price elevations are calculated based on the average England property price according to the ONS, which as of February 2025 (most recent data), is £292,000. How to add £100k plus to your property before evaluation Spot renovations (£9,000) Low-cost fixes to draughts, surfaces, doorways and windows can help add a small boost to your property's value. Fixing up the bathroom, especially when it comes to improving your grouting, tiling, and mould, can also help. Josh Jinks, Brand Manager at UltraTile, explains: "Prospective homeowners don't want to feel like they might have to deal with damp or failed grouting - left unattended, that can create a much bigger job further down the line, so using reliable waterproofing and tanking kits will be vital. Basic spot renovations can add up to 3.1% sale value on a property, which works out at £9,052 for the average-priced home. Boost kerb appeal (£14,600) Cleaning up your property's exterior can offer some benefits, as it will provide the first impression for buyers. Kevin Brown, aluminium windows renovation specialist from The Heritage Window Company, says: 'Timber windows, most noticeable in older properties, are particularly prone to weather damage over time and will be in dire need of cleaning, glazing and or repainting. 'Don't forget the driveway, either. Block paving in driveways will likely require a good pressure wash, cleaning away the moss, algae and grime build-up of the past few years." In total, a well-maintained property exterior can add 5-7% value to a home, resulting in a minimum average of £14,600 value-added. Increase bedroom storage (£29,200) Improved storage space, and bedroom storage in particular, can add significant value to your home, according to Greg Carlisle from The Sliding Door Wardrobe Company. He explains: 'Fitted bedroom wardrobes can increase property value by 10%, as well as help to sell a property quicker once it reaches market. "If you go into any newbuild property in 2025, you'll find some sort of fitted storage solution, whether that's a walk-in wardrobe, understairs storage or integrated cupboards – and this added value is exactly why.' With a potential added value of up to 10%, you can expect fitted bedroom storage to add up to £29,200 to your home. Improve your EPC rating (£8,760–£57,232) Improving the energy efficiency certificate attributed to your home will likely be the most costly investment, but should reap rewards. This could include fitting double-glazing (or secondary glazing for older properties affected by planning permission) or draught-proofing the loft. Kevin Brown explains: 'Upgrading your property from a D to a C rating costs £5,500 on average, resulting in added value of 3% or £8760. "A more dramatic upgrade, from G to C for example, can see increased value as high as 19.6% or £57,232.' Recommended reading: Improve your garden (£58,000+) Gardens add incredible value to your home through substantial but relatively low-cost changes. Chris Cooper, lawn specialist at Hayter, explains: 'A well-maintained and landscaped garden can add up to 20% to your home, dramatically improving the final evaluation. "To achieve a well-sculpted look quickly, you must start by making sure your lawn is neatly cut, weeded and well-presented with a planted border. 'Make sure you leave a minimum of one-third of your grass height to keep the lawn healthy, and in summer, make sure to mow every 1-1.5 weeks if the weather is especially warm." Garden additions can also add significant value, including a garden office (7.55%), annexe (20-30%), sheds (5-10%) and more.
