On Saturday the 15th February the Gerringong Lions Club hosts their annual Motor Fest. Founded in 2017, the event had a difficult start thanks to bush fires, floods and then COVID lock downs, however they have bounced back with a very popular classic car, hotrod and supercar event. I speak with Keith Watson who is part of the Lions Club team about the event and what the … [Read more...]
Ep 124 Throwback to the Start!
Having spoken to many people about the podcast and it's own history, many were surprised to hear that there were so many episodes, granted there was a long gap between drinks! So it seemed like a great time to have a "throwback" - to the very beginning back in May 2008 - 16 years ago when I published episode #1. Here it is, the very first episode recorded on the technology … [Read more...]
Data Breach Changes Liability Laws
We are in an era where data is critical to how we manage our lives and businesses. Long gone are the days where a company used Rolodexes of business cards to manage their customer base - everything is now stored on a computer disc and nearly every computer is connected to the internet and that means data can be stolen if a hacker gains access through malicious attacks or more … [Read more...]
Glas Goggomobil
This article is about the Goggomobil microcar – famous in Australia for being featured in television advertisements for telecoms and car insurance – the same actor but different cars were used. The Goggomobil was originally built in Germany by Hans Glas GmbH owned by the Isaria company, which was the main company owned by the Glas family. Like many manufacturers, Glas … [Read more...]
The Quandt Family
It’s probable that the only people who know who the Quandt family are, are BMW aficionados! The Quandt family saved BMW from a fate that befell many other manufacturers: either bankruptcy or acquisition and brand suppression. The family are one of the richest in Europe and are the masters of keeping under the radar - they do not air their dirty laundry (if they have any) and … [Read more...]
