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scams, overtime and Armistice DayScams HAVING survived a scam I have done some research on the matter, strangely on the internet which was the cause of my scam.

as: malware, phishing, whaling, pharming and ransomeware etc. There are also so many types of scams.

The subject would be worthwhile for future research for a doctorate or masters degree; subjects of much less importance have been undertaken.

Effects of scams on victims, how they can be ameliorated, how scams are created or a method to get money back, are just some examples of what could be investigated.

Actually the matter is quite fascinating.

It is not necessary to be a victim to be interested, but it helps.

Malcolm Scott, Newstead.Nurses and Midwives Overtime REGARDING the industrial action by LGH theatre nurses resolving not to undertake forced overtime to complete elective surgeries, it is

disappointing that nurses and midwives working overtime would ever be considered safe practice for nurses or patients as suggested by Mr Brough (The Examiner, October 19).

The Australian Nursing and Midwifery Federation Tasmanian Branch support and concur with Halina Steane (The Examiner, October 30) that nurses and midwives working overtime does not ensure

quality patient care or good health for individual nurses and midwives.

Over $7.5 million was paid by the Tasmanian Health Service in the last financial year to nurses and midwives, to work overtime and double shifts up to 18 hours in a row.

The Tasmanian Government relies upon the goodwill of nurses and midwives to do this on a regular basis, despite Worksafe Tasmania highlighting that being awake for over 17 hours (let alone

working in a complex and demanding environment), is the equivalent of having a blood alcohol level of 0.05.

Naturally, nurses and midwives ensure that they are providing safe care, even while on overtime, but it does reduce the quality of care that they are able to deliver due to the serious

effects of fatigue.

The ANMF firmly believes that nurses and midwives should not be taken advantage of and used to prop up an inadequately resourced health system.

Nurses and midwives deserve to be recognised and so do their patients.

Emily Shepherd, Launceston.Senator John Williams IT appears National Liberal Senator John Williams is using an accident between his wife and a mobility scooter to try and impose draconion

rules on these machines.

He claimed on TV that his wife was thrown 2.5 metres in the air. Who does he think he’s fooling? I’m not aware of a super-charged model that could do this.

Of course one day he and his wife could possibly use one of these machines and his viewpoint may change.

I expect the state government to jump on the bandwagon as soon as they catch a smell of revenue from the handicapped and pensioners. Of course no mention of any consequences if a bike rider

hits a pedestrian on a footpath, but then we are all aware some are more equal than others.

M Brooks, Kings Meadows.Remembrance Day I COUNT myself fortunate indeed to have attended an inspiring memorial which was held on November 11, to celebrate the Centenary of World War I.

With the theme of The Sound of Peace, the program, presented by Launceston Alive, City Networks Tasmania and Scripture Union Tasmania, was held in Prince’s Square from 11am to 4pm with a

moving finale at St John’s Anglican Church from 3.30pm.

It was a real community event; Launceston’s church groups, including The Salvation Army, all cooperated to host this event, providing free food and bottles of water.

There were groups from many diverse countries and cultures, including countries of Africa, Afghanistan, and many more.

Christian community leaders movingly shared their thoughts of the topic ‘Wars Don’t Just End’, with a strong emphasis on making enduring peace.

Then there were musical and dance items from many cultural groups, from our own Tasmanian dance studios, and from Africa, a rousing Syrian dance, and some very talented musical performances.

The day was blessed with beautiful weather and the leafy surrounds of Prince’s Square made a very lovely setting.

Many children came with their families, enjoying some very pretty face painting.

The finale at St John’s Church, just across the road from Prince’s Square, was moving and appropriate, led by the rector, the Reverend James Hornby, who gave an address on peace and the

Prince of Peace.

There were Bible readings, songs, some beautiful musical items and a most attractive African dance.

It was an inspiring ending to a day of sharing our hopes of peace with many people who make up the Launceston community.

Sara Strong, Launceston.Armistice Concert TO everybody involved in the Armistice Concert, held on Saturday, November 3, at the Albert Hall, congratulations.

I was so pleased to be among the audience at this memorable event.

To all volunteers, artists and behind-the-scene helpers, what a great team effort.

Special mention must be given to Scotch Oakburn College Choir, who volunteered their time also to rehearse and participate in this event.

For young students, they voiced their feelings with dignity and compassion for our fallen.

Well done to everyone involved.

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