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News.com.au
4 days ago
- Automotive
- News.com.au
Ford's reveals Super Duty pricing
Ford has locked in heavy-duty prices for the 2025 Ford Ranger Super Duty, a heavy-duty variant of its best selling dual-cab ute. Prices start from $82,990 plus onroad costs for the Single Cab-Chassis variant, with the Super Cab-Chassis priced at $86,490, and the Double Cab-Chassis at $89,990 plus on-roads. Those figures will climb close to $100,000 once you add a tray and metallic paint. It's also one of the most capable Rangers, with a 4500kg Gross Vehicle Mass, a braked towing capacity of 4500kg, and a massive 8000kg Gross Combined Mass when towing. Despite the truck-like specs, this beast can be driven on a standard car license. Payload varies from 1982kg for Single-Cab Chassis, 1896kg for Super Cab-Chassis and 1825kg for the Double Cab-Chassis. Ford Australia President and chief executive Andrew Birkic said customers have been asking for a truck that can handle Australia's tough terrain and most extreme jobs. 'With its incredible towing, payload, and GCM capabilities, Ranger Super Duty is built to exceed those expectations. We're providing hardworking Australians the tools they need to succeed,' he said. Re-worked from the ground up, the Super Duty is a re-engineered chassis with upgraded axles, reinforced suspension, control arms, and a heavy-duty braking system. A 10-speed auto transmission is paired with Ford's 3.0-litre V6 turbo-diesel, carried over from the Ranger models, but with a new calibration to meet European heavy-duty emissions standards and the addition of AdBlue. Power is less than the V6 Ranger at 154kW (the V6 Ranger has 184kW), while torque is on par at 600Nm. Ford says the reduced power figure stems from the need to comply with stringent heavy-duty truck emissions standards, and that other V6 odels will not be detuned. Despite the lower power output, the Super Duty just outmuscles the Toyota LandCruiser 70 Series, whose V8 diesel makes just 151kW/500Nm and has a maximum towing capacity of 3500kg. The Ram 1500 is more powerful but offers less in terms of payload capacity (830kg-879kg pending model). Its ground clearance (299mm), track (1710mm) and water wading (850mm) is on par with rivals. However, Ford has added smart technology, unlike anything seen in current competitors. For instance, its Smart Hitch system which measures tow ball weight to optimise load distribution, reduces sway risk, while on-board digital scales help ensure payloads stay safe. The exterior design is tough with a stamped 'Super Duty' badge, a redesigned grille resembling floating brick pattern, geometric flared guards, heavy-duty steel bumpers and 33-inch General Gabber all-terrains with 8-stud wheels. That rugged feeling continues inside, with vinyl-trimmed interiors designed for durability, a dock for laptops or screens, and a practical layout for workers. Three Ford Licensed Accessory tray options are available - galvanised, matte black and body-coloured steel, ranging from $5,966 to $9,376 depending on configuration and finish. Body-coloured tray prices will vary depending on the paint colour. The price will climb when you select paint colour, all colours aside from Arctic White are considered prestige paint colours and will be available at an additional cost. New exterior colours include Seismic Tan, Shadow Black and Aluminium Metallic. A favourite, Traction Green, will be available later in 2026.
The Star
26-04-2025
- Politics
- The Star
Malaysia and Cambodia solidify bilateral judicial cooperation
PHNOM PENH (Bernama): Malaysia and Cambodia have agreed to enhance their bilateral judicial cooperation, strengthen capacity building, and facilitate the exchange of best practices. The commitment was reaffirmed during Chief Justice Tun Tengku Maimun Tuan Mat's courtesy call on Chiv Keng, President of the Supreme Court of the Kingdom of Cambodia and the Asean Law Association (ALA) Cambodia National Committee in Phnom Penh. Justice Tengku Maimun, who is also the president of the ALA, led a delegation to the Kingdom from April 24 to 26. This visit aims to foster judicial cooperation, promote legal understanding and deepen institutional ties among Asean member states, said a statement issued by the Office of the Chief Registrar, Federal Court of Malaysia, Palace of Justice Putrajaya, on Friday. "A key focus of the discussion was on judicial digitalisation. "The Cambodian Judiciary expressed a keen interest in sending judges and technical personnel to Malaysia to gain insights from the Malaysian Judiciary's digital transformation initiatives. "The Chief Justice of Malaysia welcomed this initiative and proposed to facilitate the visit through the Office of the Chief Registrar of the Federal Court,' the statement stated. During the meeting, both Chief Justices exchanged insights on the structure, jurisdiction, and challenges of their respective judicial systems. Emphasis was placed on the importance of judicial transparency, protecting national security and maintaining public trust in the courts, said the statement. Discussions between both parties also focused on the upcoming ALA Governing Council Meeting (GCM) 2025, which is scheduled to be held in Singapore, as well as the hosting challenges faced by member jurisdictions. At the meeting, ALA Cambodia expressed its strong support for the GCM and indicated its willingness to consider hosting a future meeting, potentially in 2027. "ALA Cambodia also pledged its support for the proposal by the President of ALA for the establishment of the Standing Committee on Equitable Access to Justice and Legal Pro Bono Services,' said the statement. The courtesy visit concluded with a mutual reaffirmation of ALA's mission to strengthen the rule of law and access to justice across the region. - Bernama
The Australian
23-04-2025
- Business
- The Australian
GCM in deal to develop VHD Graphite products
Special Report: Green Critical Minerals has signed a collaboration agreement with leading Australian data centre operator GreenSquareDC that confirms real-world, commercial interest in its very high density graphite technology. Green Critical Minerals signs collaboration agreement with major data centre operator GreenSquareDC Deal covers development and provision of VHD Graphite thermal management products for data centres Agreement confirms real-world, commercial interest in the technology's potential to meet next generation heat management needs Under the agreement, which is part of an ongoing targeted customer qualification and engagement program, the companies will collaborate in the development and provision of thermal management products for GreenSquareDC's data centres using VHD Graphite. Over 24 months both parties will assess the commercial viability of jointly developed, specially designed thermal management products and share relevant intellectual property and confidential information for the purpose of the collaboration. Green Critical Minerals (ASX:GCM) has been steadily demonstrating the potential of its VHD Graphite technology to meet the needs of industries requiring next-generation advanced engineered graphite and thermal solutions. Its technology has consistently manufactured a product with the highest density (2071kg/m3) recorded for VHD blocks while the average density of 2011kg/m3 easily exceeds industry standard densities for nuclear graphite (1700-1900kg/m3), which is used as a high-temperature control-rod material, and electrode graphite (1550-1800kg/m3) used in batteries. Testing also found that its VHD Graphite blocks had 3x better thermal diffusivity than aluminium and graphite, 2.6x better than copper as well as a 25x directional advantage. More recently, an experienced company with expertise in the design and supply of heat sinks to the high-performance electronics and electrical systems sector progressed to Stage 2 of the qualification process after machining a VHD Graphite heat sink. This confirmed the real-world form factor and production viability of GCM's VHD Graphite. Collaboration validates strong commercial interest The collaboration with GreenSquareDC – a leading Australian data centre operator and developer focused on delivering sustainable, AI-ready infrastructure tailored for hyperscale and cloud clients – validates the strong commercial interest in VHD Graphite's potential as a next-generation thermal management solution. It is also a key step forward in the company's ongoing customer qualification efforts, building on recent positive customer engagement and requests for application-specific sample testing. 'This is a truly exciting tangible step forward in our targeted customer qualification program and a strong indication of the rapid progress we've made in a short period of time,' managing director Clinton Booth said. 'This agreement validates the clear and growing market interest in VHD Graphite as a potential solution to thermal management challenges for data centres, AI computing and high-performance electronics. 'Building on the recent successful machining of our first prototype heat sink, and with a formal agreement now in place with a forward-looking, sustainability focused data centre operator and developer, we are demonstrating real capability to deliver a lighter, more efficient, sustainable and commercially viable alternative to traditional heat management materials. 'Through real-world testing and direct customer engagement, we are successfully proving the commercial viability of our innovative technology.' Watch: Big step forward for GCM's VHD graphite tech This article was developed in collaboration with Green Critical Minerals, a Stockhead advertiser at the time of publishing. This article does not constitute financial product advice. You should consider obtaining independent advice before making any financial decisions.
Morocco World
21-04-2025
- Politics
- Morocco World
Morocco's CNDH Leads Conversation on Migrant Workers' Rights in Africa
Rabat – The National Human Rights Council (CNDH) held a roundtable this afternoon in Rabat to open a new chapter in the way migration is governed across Africa. In partnership with the UN Committee on Migrant Workers (CMW) and the Network of African National Human Rights Institutions (NANHRI), the event introduces General Comment No. 6, a new interpretative text that encourages states to place human rights at the heart of migration policy. This new comment draws from both the International Convention on the Protection of the Rights of All Migrant Workers and Members of Their Families, adopted in 1990, and the more recent Global Compact for Safe, Orderly and Regular Migration (GCM), adopted in 2018 in Marrakech. Though they differ in legal status, the convention is binding, while the GCM is not, the two frameworks reflect a shared purpose, to ensure dignity, fairness, and legal protections for people on the move. This roundtable gathers government officials, lawmakers, members of the judiciary, UN representatives, African Union delegates, civil society actors, and national human rights institutions from across the continent. Together, they take a closer look at how the General Comment can help bridge the two global instruments and offer clear guidance to states looking to adopt more humane, coherent migration strategies. The timing is critical. The African continent has witnessed a significant rise in regional migration, with over 29 million people on the move within its borders. Yet, the fact that 86% of migrants in Africa come from the continent itself often goes unmentioned in broader international debates. The General Comment pushes for policies that reflect this reality and support African-led solutions. Morocco advances migrant rights At the heart of today's gathering was a call to act by aligning legal frameworks and listening to the lived experiences of migrants. The text affirms the right to education, access to justice, freedom of expression, decent work, and protection upon return. It also underlines the role of national human rights institutions in preventing racial and ethnic profiling and in defending legal identity and recognition. Morocco has played a central role in shaping the General Comment. The CNDH hosted several of the consultations that led to its final draft, including a key meeting in Agadir. The Council also worked with Ibn Zohr University and civil society groups to organize workshops and discussions that helped shape regional understanding of the document. Amina Bouayach, President of Morocco's CNDH, revealed the institution's culmination of extensive work during the high-level migration meeting at CNDH headquarters. 'This work required more than two years of effort by committee members to develop General Comment No. 6,' she stated at today's roundtable with UN and African human rights institutions. 'Today, we present this observation in an attempt to intensify, consecrate, and expand protection for migrants and their families on any state's territory,' she added. As chair of NANHRI's Migration Working Group, Bouayach described CNDH's role in bridging legal frameworks affecting millions across Africa. Meanwhile, Joseph Whittal, Chairperson of the NANHRI, detailed the upcoming partnership during his visit to CNDH headquarters in Morocco. 'We are now discussing the Memorandum of Understanding that will lead to how NANHRI will work collaboratively with the UN Committee in practical ways,' he stated. The Ghana Commissioner noted that this cooperation aims to protect Africa's 29.2 million international migrants through concrete actions aligned with General Comment No. 6. 'The Working Group, which is led by Morocco, chaired by the Moroccan president, Amina Bouayach, has invited the Committee of Migrant Workers to participate in these discussions,' Whittal explained, stressing CNDH's central role in this continental initiative. One of today's key outcomes is the formal signing of a cooperation agreement between the CMW and NANHRI, a step forward in building stronger partnerships to protect migrants across Africa. By placing rights above rhetoric and bringing African voices to the center of the debate, the roundtable reflects a growing consensus: migration cannot be addressed through border control alone. It requires fairness, respect, and policies grounded in people's realities and challenges. Tags: Amina BouayachCNDHCNDH Moroccohuman rightsMigrant rightsmorocco CNDH
Reuters
17-02-2025
- Politics
- Reuters
Detained Uganda opposition politician on hunger strike moved to hospital, lawmaker says
KAMPALA, Feb 17 (Reuters) - Ugandan opposition politician Kizza Besigye, who went on a hunger strike last week, has been rushed to hospital after his health deteriorated, said an allied lawmaker and a local television broadcaster. A long-time political opponent and critic of President Yoweri Museveni, Besigye has been in detention at a maximum security facility in the capital Kampala since November. His lawyers say he was "kidnapped" in neighbouring Kenya where he had travelled and forcefully transported back to Uganda, where he was charged in the military's General Court Martial (GCM) with various offences including illegal weapons possession. "Amidst very heavy security deployment, Dr. Besigye has been brought to a clinic at Bugolobi Village Mall," Francis Mwijukye, a lawmaker allied with Besigye, said in a post on the X platform late on Sunday, referring to a vast shopping mall in the Bugolobi suburb of Kampala. "He was being pushed in a wheel chair." The local NTV broadcaster also reported late on Sunday that Besigye had been taken to the health facility and that the area was under "tight security". NTV quoted a family member as saying Besigye "is not in a good situation, the situation is bad". Information Minister Chris Baryomunsi said in a post on the X social media platform late on Sunday that the government was fast tracking the transfer of his case to civilian courts, effectively ending his military prosecution. Last month Uganda's Supreme Court in a ruling said civilians should not be prosecuted in military courts, calling it unconstitutional. Many Ugandans, including fellow opposition leader, pop star Bobi Wine and a medical doctors association, took to social media over the weekend to express outrage and demand Besigye's release and unrestricted access to him by his doctors. The public anger and calls for his release mounted after Besigye was brought to court on Friday and appeared visibly weak, walking with difficulty and struggling to move his tongue to moisten his dry lips. His lawyers told local media last week after visiting him in prison that his health was deteriorating.
