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TECHNOLOGY
Tech Obsessed
Most of us rely on technology so much
these days it has become an almost,
natural extension of our being. Our
computing devices have become so
intertwined in our lives that we can
sometimes feel incomplete and insecure
without them. I’ve heard of people
who have developed permanent fade
marks in the shape of a phone, worn
into the pocket of their demin jeans.
Digital technology has advanced to the
point where the easy and affordable
nature of access to online content is
bringing a rise in people struggling with
tech-driven behavioural addictions.
So how do you know if you’ve fallen
from a healthy ‘tech user’ to the ‘tech
obsessed’?
By far the most abused activity is
checking the phone in bed. Certainly,
there’s nothing wrong with wanting to
stay connected, but researchers say
that the bright displays from tablets
and phones is linked with increased
risk of sleep disorders, melatonin
suppression, and increase stress levels
– something you don’t want to have in
an environment dedicated to rest and
relaxation.
So, as tempting as it may be to check
your phone in bed, try to hold off by
turning it off. If you use your phone as
an alarm, then put your phone in ‘flight
mode’ or turn off Mobile/Wi-Fi data
access. If you must use your device in
bed then install a display dimmer like
“Twilight” or f.lux.
Got technical challenges
and need help with your
Computer, Tablet, or
Smartphone?
Call Ian Piggott from
Computer Life on 0451 526 207.

COOLY ROCKS ON!!
Fans of rock’n’roll, rockabilly, classic
cars, hot rods, and the nostalgia and
fashions of the 50s and 60s will converge
on the Southern Gold Coast and Tweed
from 30 May to 9 June for Cooly Rocks
On.
For 11 action-packed days, the
border towns of Coolangatta and
Tweed Heads will be fuelled with party
atmosphere. Pre-1970 cars, nightly
cruises, music, dancing and family fun
are all trademarks of this annual, muchloved festival.
An amped-up crowd of 100,000 people
are expected to attend Cooly Rocks
On 2014, held in the colourful, vibrant
and beautiful beachside destinations of
Coolangatta and Tweed Heads.
This year, more than 50 rock’n’roll
and rockabilly bands, alongside a
line-up of special guest international
artists, will rock the crowd at outdoor
concerts, beachside marquee events
and performances at local clubs and
venues throughout the border towns.
During the Grand Finale weekend – 7
and 8 June – the two main streets are
closed to traffic for one massive street
party. Six outdoor stages, music and
dancing are the order of the day and
when you can dance no more, fans
can wander through retro markets.
Almost every pub and club in the Cooly
Rocks On precinct will be venues for live
music and dancing.

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