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New road rules from today

Drive carefully, the road rules have changed. New road rules from 27 February 2005 From 27 February 2005, the new 'Road User' Rule will make it clearer what you should do at pedestrian crossings, special vehicle lanes (such as cycle and bus lanes) and roundabouts (particularly multi-lane roundabouts). Read more →

Cycle Shots - my new photo album

I’ve started a new photo album: Cycle Shots Now carry the Ixus with me on rides for those “Wish I had a camera” moments and will post the photos taken on local & day rides there. It was a lovely day today (26/2/05) and went for a ride with a friend along the waterfront. Picture postcard weather and a great ride. Will be out again tomorrow as need to get some kilometres behind me in preparation for my South Island trip in April. Read more →

Saab 9–7x: What is Saab-like?

In a post “ GM FastLane Blog: Just How Saab-like Is It? ” Bob Lutz defends the the Saab 9–7X SUV . The title poses a question that the post doesn’t answer. What does “Saab-like” mean? Read more →

Trying Feedburner

Hi all, do you read this blog using the RSS feed? Well thanks, I appreciate your visits! Until now I’ve only offered the standard TypePad Feed you accessed via the “Syndicate this site (XML)” link. I’m now offering a Feedburner Feed and would appreciate it if you re-subscribed using the XML Icon below (permanently stationed under Subscribe in the L/H Side-bar). If you don't want to change both will still be updated but would be interested to see how many are coming via RSS which isn't seen in the TypePad or Sitemeter stats. Thanks! The feed URL is: http://feeds.feedburner.com/RobinzBlog What... Read more →

So long Glen - End of an era for Warehouse as Glen Inger resigns

I don't write much about work here, other than CAD related stuff, but there has been a significant development this week that must be mentioned. Glen Inger – Group Property and Store Development Executive Director and Chief Executive of The Warehouse New Zealand – has resigned. His background, contribution to The Warehouse and future is covered in the story linked below. Glen wasn't my direct manager but was instrumental in allowing the CAD & Property systems to develop to the extent that they have. The Warehouse Property/Store Development has evolved from spreadsheets & hand drawn plans to databases & building... Read more →

What's wrong with the new Alfa Romeo 159?

The new Alfa Romeo 159 is nice evolution of the stunning looking 156 but I think there is one huge regression. The distinctive “hidden” rear door handles that gave the 156 its unique coupe/sedan profile are history. It’s a mistake. Alfa Romeo 159 debuts at Geneva: [Via Autoblog] Read more →

NevOn talks with General Motors about corporate blogging

Neville of NevOn has some interesting comments from GM on the success of the GM Fastlane Blog. I think its a great way for a corporate to break through the barriers of Press and PR and talk directly to the people that matter most – customers and partners. I learn more about Autodesk from Shaan & Chris, Microsoft from Robert and GM from Bob than from any formal press releases or marketing programs – so who’s doing a better job at PR? Both have their place but both are needed. I have mentioned at work that a Warehouse Blog would... Read more →

Citroën C6

Wow, Citroën styling is back on form: I think the C4 is the best looking car in its class now look at the new C6! Via Autoblog CITROËN - Latest news releases - Citroën C6 Read more →

Autodesk Architectural Desktop 2005 - Hotfix - Sheet Set Template (.dst) Corruption

Further to the 0kb Dst sheet set corruption this hotfix has worked for me – so far! Autodesk - Autodesk Architectural Desktop 2005 - Hotfix - Sheet Set Template (.dst) Corruption Hotfix - Sheet Set Template (.dst) Corruption Published date: 2005-02-18 ID: TS5273141 Applies to: Autodesk® Architectural Desktop 2005 Autodesk® Building Systems 2005 If multiple users make simultaneous modifications to a project, the Sheet Set Template (.dst) can become corrupt. In this scenario, the dst file associated with the project is reduced to 0 KB in size and users are unable to modify existing sheets or create new sheets within... Read more →

At last full speed ahead JetStream

I have just upgraded my account to full speed JetStream Swift (2Mbps ADSL) from JetStream Explorer (256Kbps ADSL) – Whahoo! JetStream/Jetstart Speed Test Meter Zero 0kB 160kb 20kB 400kb 50kB 800kb 100kB 1.2Mb 150kB 1.6Mb 200kB 2.2Mb 280kB Extreme! 350kB Your line speed is approximately 1993.6 Kbps or 244.3 K bytes/sec ( Where kb = kilobits and kB = kiloBytes )Then I find 2Mbps will be old hat soon: Computerworld - Telecom to offer 15Mbit/s over copper — rollout begins this year. Replacement technology for current JetStream product family on the way Read more →