The Bayford Corporate Story … since 1917
The Bayford Group is the longest surviving family owned motor vehicle dealership in Australia. It began as a small Ford dealership located in Fitzroy in 1917. The founder of the firm, Dick Bayford, worked for the Ford Motor Company in America. When Dick returned to Melbourne he was intent on establishing his own business.
He viewed [...]
Ford Geelong engine plant wins a lifeline
BREAKING NEWS FORD will continue operating its Geelong engine plant, saving 1300 jobs – 400 at Ford and up to 900 among its suppliers.
“$21 million will be invested in plant and equipment and further investment will go towards engineering the inline-6 engine to meet the stringent Euro IV environmental standard,” Federal Industry Minister Senator Kim [...]
Murdoch stresses importance of skilled workers
Australian workers need to update their skills and “embrace a lifetime of learning” to ensure the nation remains competitive, advises media magnate Rupert Murdoch.
The News Corp chief and Manhattan-based US citizen delivered the second of his six Boyer Lectures, entitled “Who’s afraid of new technology?”, on ABC Radio National.
Mr Murdoch said it was crucial for [...]
Redesigned 2010 Ford Mustang pulls together best parts of previous models
The previous generation Mustang helped revive the nameplate when it arrived in 2004. And many critics, including myself, have wondered how the redesigned 2010 Mustang might fare. Would Ford use a deft hand to improve the iconic machine or somehow screw it up?
Ford will officially unveil the new Mustang tonight in Santa Monica, Calif., on [...]
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Tariff reduction will soften price rises
Last week’s announcement by the prime minister of the automotive manufacturing industry policy to go through to 2020 came at a critical time for the local car industry which has had a difficult few years with a strong exchange rate and rising fuel prices.
Naturally most of that policy is focussed on the car makers, [...]
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Meet Kelly Lock, Service Advisor for Blacklocks Ford, Wodonga
Kelly Lock is a service advisor for Blacklocks Ford in Wodonga, Victoria. While she is a successful motor mechanic, she is looking forward to more challenges in her workplace, and, we discover, her own personal life. SkillsOne chatted to Kelly about what’s involved in being a Service Advisor.
Kelly outlines her typical morning.
“In the morning as [...]
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The Bayford Corporate Story … since 1917
The Bayford Group is the longest surviving family owned motor vehicle dealership in Australia. It began as a small Ford dealership located in Fitzroy in 1917. The founder of the firm, Dick Bayford, worked for the Ford Motor Company in America. When Dick returned to Melbourne he was intent on establishing his own business.
He viewed [...]
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New World Anti-Doping Code - what it means for drivers
As of 1 January 2009, the new World Anti-Doping Code (the Code) will come into effect. Athletes and sporting organisations, including CAMS and all its members, licensed officials and competitors are encouraged to familiarise themselves with the new code, as it will form the basis of the new Anti Doping Policies which will be introduced [...]
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How To Become An Automotive Apprentice
Interested in a fast-moving career in the automotive industry? Not too sure where to start? We’ve pulled together a guide of what’s in an apprenticeship, how to get one and what the best part of getting involved in the industry!
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Cars! Anything to do with the design, operation, manufacture, or sale of [...]
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Murdoch stresses importance of skilled workers
Australian workers need to update their skills and “embrace a lifetime of learning” to ensure the nation remains competitive, advises media magnate Rupert Murdoch.
The News Corp chief and Manhattan-based US citizen delivered the second of his six Boyer Lectures, entitled “Who’s afraid of new technology?”, on ABC Radio National.
Mr Murdoch said it was crucial for [...]
Risky drivers will be caught in biggest ever police operation
The community has been put on notice that if they undertake any risky driving behaviour, they will get caught in the biggest traffic enforcement operation ever undertaken in Victoria.
“If you undertake risky driving behavior like drink driving, drug driving or speeding, if you’re lucky - you will get caught, if you’re unlucky – someone will [...]
VACC welcomse the end of the national Fuelwatch Scheme
As a long standing opponent of a national Fuelwatch scheme, VACC is pleased the proposal has been rejected.
The legislation has been defeated in the Senate.
“While the Government may decide to re-introduce the proposed scheme at a later date, for now, the message is clear. Fuelwatch is finished,” VACC Executive Director, David Purchase said.
“This is a [...]