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FSR ANA E a NL 10 -- PORT PERRY STAR -- Wed. February 10, 1982 Rodways loved their Australian exchange (From page 8) the Rodways lived was well known for the poisonous snakes that inhabited that region, they said they never saw any. "But there was always a report in the news- papers or over the radio about someone being bitten and taken to the hospital for treatment of a snake bite," Mrs. Rodway said. Another thing the family had to get used to was the presence of large spiders in their home. It was not uncommon to have to get rid of a spider or two every day, and John estimates that they must have caught and put out at least 100 spiders during their stay in the Jones' home. : Although they were a little apprehensive of these insects, which were some- times as large as a woman's hand, after a few weeks everyone became used to their presence and it was just another job for father to rid the house of the pests when they came in. FANTASTICBEACHES Marion Rodway told the Start that it was almost impossible to described the beaches of Australia. "They are absolutely incredible. Words cannot describe them," she said. When asked about the - presence of sharks in the Australian coastal waters, they said that they are known to be there although they did not see any. But they also said the 'beaches where they swam were patrolled by surf life-saving clubs and occasionally a heli- copter would skim by over the water just outside the swimming area. One of the most exciting events for the family was an invitation to attend a Garden Party held at Government House in honour of the visit of Queen Elizabeth and Prince Philip. WE HAVE ALL YOU NEED: 3% *Valentines for the Kids - & 4%) *Valentine Playbooks ent Assorted Valentines 3D *Hanging Decorations B® *Napkins *Chocolate Hearts MERSCO'S 5° to $1.00 199 QUEENSST., PORT PERRY & Asst. Candies Quantities Limited All Sales Final Items may not be asillustrated. Broken sizes, colour ranges, slight flaws and some faded items. Some items may require a button or a stitch... Still Lots of Wear! Allitems aretagged at Sale Prices. Gregory s Men's Wear Lt. PORT PERRY PLAZA 985-8160 Monday to Thursday 10 A.M. to 6 P.M. Friday 10 A.M. to 9 P.M. - Saturday 10 A.M. to 5 P.M. Another highlight was a trip they took into the interior of the continent. The bus Safari took them through many small villages into the largely uninhabited, 'outback' area of Australia. They spent two weeks on this safari and always carried enough water and fuel to last three or four. days. CHRISTMAS ONTHE SAND Just prior to returning home, the family spent Christmas day along the Gold Coast on a beach called Surfer's Paradise. Here they swam and enjoyed the heat and sand while they ate their Christmas dinner that comprised of chicken and a specially cooked chocolate Yule Log. And now they are back home. The trip which they estimate cost the family somewhere between $12,000 and $15,000 dollars is just memories. But as John Rodway said, "you can't put a price on the experiences we have had. We could have 'probably done the trip cheaper, but chances are we will never get back to Australia so we wanted to do everything we possibly could. "I thought I missed the four seasons until we got back into this cold weather. Now I'm not so sure," Mrs. Rodway concluded. Visa/Mastercard not acceptedon [| thesesaleitems. 1 aboriginal PRATER 0% Wl» Sales higher but GM loses $10 million in 1981 General Motors of Can- ada's unit sales volume and earnings declined in 1981, Donald E. Hackworth, Pres- ident and General Manger, announced last week. Dollar sales rose to a record $10,416 million, com- pared to the $9,451 million of 1980, but because of in- creased costs, adverse eco- nomic conditions and the necessity to finance substan- tial capital investment pro- grams at record high inter- est rates, General Motors of Canada had a net loss of $10 million in 1981 versus a net income of $55 million in 1980. "Our earnings perfor- mance reflects the negative economic conditions that exist in today's marketplace. Labor and material costs have risen to a point where North American automo- tive producers are disadvan- taged versus foreign com- petition. Such a situation cannot be allowed to con- tinue if Canada is to remain competitive in the world market. "General Motors is taking the steps necessary through cost-cutting programs to become more competitive but it is becoming increas- ingly important that the cost of labor be competitive with offshore competition. Lure of skiing will bring them back to Canada (From page 8) Quebec City, and through the Maritime Provinces. In all they will have travelled over 30,000 miles before they leave for Australia. "The teacher exchange is like a constant holiday, and when I am not teaching we are constantly on the go", Don says. © PEOPLEFRIENDLY Since they arrived in Canada, and more particular Port Perry, the Jones said that the people of the area have made them feel really welcome. "Teachers, and staff at the high school have been very helpful and we have become good friends with many people in the community", says Don. In particular the Jones have high praise and affection for Jack and Joan Fisher who acted like a surrogate family. They spent much time with them includ- ing Christmas, Thanksgiving and Halloween Night.. In addition it was the Fishers who gave the Jones the use of their log cabin at Bethany for ya: month after the | Rodway family returned to "Port Perry. i "This has. to be the ultimate Aussie dreeam, Don gleams. To live in a log cabin overlooking the slopes of a ski resort". LOVES SKIING As much as many Canadians dislike the winter, it is the snow that would bring the Jones back to Canada again, Skiing has become almost an obsession with them. Don competed in the 35km cross-country ski race at Huntsville last year in -40 C weather and was one of the few that started that finished the race. "I "was "absolutely thrilled at just finishing", he says. But since they arrived they have experienced many other Canadian activities some of which include, snow- mobiling, ice fishing, deer hunting, curling, and visited the Calgary Stampede. "The only regret I have is that I didn't try hockey. I am not very sturdy on skates and I felt it was too risky", Don explained. With only 3 and one half months left before he has to be back_in Australia, Don and "Hedther are now travelling through Quebec and Vermont to do some more skiing. After that they will continue south to Florida to stay for about three weeks before travelling across the southern states to San Francisco. They willl then drive north towards British Columbia where they will spend about two weeks exploring the province. The final day of this incredible adventure will come when they have to climb aboard a jet in mid- May and return to their homeland, where Don will resume his teaching position on May 31, 1982. retail "In spite of our poor profit performance in 1981, Gen- eral Motors remains ded- icated to its forward product programs," said Hackworth. General Motors of Canada dealers delivered 487,255 passenger cars and trucks in 1981, a decline of 17.4 per cent from 1980: Passenger car retail volume amounted to 370,152 units and truck deliveries were 117,103. Total factory sales of cars, trucks and coaches produced in Canada in 1981 amounted to. 756,431 slightly below the 768,789 units of 1980. Imported vehicles from the United States totalled 266,766. Of the total 1,023,197 factory sales, 474,941 were sold in Canada, 404,326 units were shipped to the U.S. and arecord 143,930 were sold for export to other countries. Mr. Hackworth added, "As we move forward in 1982, we are optimistic that any improvement in economic conditions coupled with more competitive labor costs will go a long way in stimu- lating car and truck sales and consequently result in a turnaround in profitability for GM of Canada. "General Motors of Canada is ready for the challenges of the future. 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