Eddie’s Lil’ Homies Headed to NITV and Netflix

The animated children’s series Eddie’s Lil’ Homies, inspired by the books of AFL legend Eddie Betts, will premiere on NITV and Netflix from 16 February 2024. The 10-part comedy series features the voices of Hunter Page-Lochard (Cleverman, The Newsreader, Barons) as Eddie, Miah Madden (Bali 2002, The Clearing, The Bureau of Magical Things) as Lottie,…

Renfield

Director Chris McKay Starring Nicholas Hoult, Nicolas Cage & Awkwafina Rated R Score 4/6 Renfield, Dracula’s henchman and inmate at the lunatic asylum for decades, longs for a life away from the Count, his various demands, and all of the bloodshed that comes with them. As the meme goes ‘Nicholas Cage Now in stoic and…

Australians’ food security biggest cost of living concern: survey

As part of Savvy’s ongoing research into consumer sentiment and the impact of economic trends on everyday Australian life, Savy surveys Australian adults on how they are navigating the continuing cost of living crisis. 62% of Australians cite grocery prices as the greatest ongoing concern Almost all demographics and states/territories highlight grocery prices as the…

Let The Guitar Play Released by Santana

Carlos Santana released “Let The Guitar Play,” a reimagination of his 2021 song “Song for Cindy.” Teaming up with producers Lino Nicolosi, Nicolosi Team, and Narada Michael Walden (Whitney Houston, Mariah Carey), “Let The Guitar Play” brings the original song to new heights  —  Run DMC’s Darryl McDaniels delivers a poetic rap over an EDM-style…

WithLove Streaming Service Heads to Australian Market

WithLove, a Dutch streaming service catering to enthusiasts of romantic films, is excited to announce its expansion into the Australian market. Positioned as an affordable alternative for viewers predominantly seeking feel-good films centered around romance, love, and passion, WithLove presents an enticing option for those finding mainstream streaming services like Stan or Netflix to be…

Twisted Vines

Director Jihane Mrad Balaa Starring Brande Roderick, Brian Borello, Jon Briddell, Michael Paré & Vivica A. Fox Score 5/6 Set in a beautiful, picturesque wine country, Bed and Breakfast, the intimate, elegant wedding of the estate owner’s daughter to her beau, brings out the best and worst of the wedding guests, including the bride and…

“Bundle of rights” named Worst Words of 2023

The Plain English Foundation has chosen “a bundle of contractual rights” as its worst words of 2023. This is the phrase Qantas came up with to avoid responsibility for selling cancelled flights. The airline argued it does not actually sell flights, just the right to fly … eventually. Every year, the Foundation gathers dozens of…

Mulan

Director Niki Caro Starring Liu Yife, Donnie Yen & Gong Li Rated PG Score 2/6 To keep her ailing father from serving in the Imperial Army, a fearless young woman disguises herself as a man and battles northern invaders in China. For the record at the time this was released, I think I was making…

Top Holiday Spots According to Bupa

Indonesia is just the ticket when it comes to top international holiday spots for Aussies, followed by the USA and New Zealand, Bupa Travel Insurance data reveals. Suitcases are also being packed for long-haul flights to the UK, along with closer, more tropical destinations, Thailand, and Fiji, to soak up the sun.The travel insurance data,…

Cast Announced for Eddie’s Li’l Homies

A voice cast combining experienced Australian actors and exciting new talent has been announced for Eddie’s Li’l Homies, an upcoming animated children’s series inspired by the popular children’s books by AFL great Eddie Betts. The 10-part series, due to premiere on NITV and Netflix in early 2024, stars Hunter Page-Lochard (Cleverman, The Newsreader, Barons) as…

CDU Study of Crocodiles Caught in Darwin Harbour

Problem saltwater crocodiles are typically travelling between 100km and 200km to Darwin Harbour potentially in search of new resources or territories, according to a new study on the migration of the reptiles. The researchers used a crocodile DNA database that they developed by collecting saltwater crocodile tissue samples from across northern Australia and Southeast Asia…

Music Video Apart of UnTrue Crime Series

The dynamic creative duo behind popular new series UnTrue Crime, are set to captivate audiences once again when their music video hits YouTube on December 16. YouTube sensations ArtSpear Entertainment, whose audience totals over 2.93 million followers, created an original comedy song ‘Stop Calling Us Pigs’ in collaboration with a star-studded cast and crew. ArtSpear…

Canberra Light Rail Stage 2A to Commence in 2024

CIMIC Group companies Pacific Partnerships, CPB Contractors and UGL, as part of the Canberra Metro consortium, will finance, design, build and operate the next stage of Canberra’s world class light rail system, Stage 2A from the City to Commonwealth Park. The Canberra Light Rail Stage 2A project is jointly funded by the Australian Government and…

NSW Heritage Plate to be Auctioned

After being missing in action for decades and never been offered for public auction before, the heritage “NSW 1” number plate has been listed for auction with bidding already surpassing $10 million after being online for just over 72 hours at Lloyds Auction House already set to break Australian records. As one of the most…

King of Killers

Director Kevin Grevioux Stars Alain Moussi, Frank Grillo, Shannon Kook Rated MA Score 2/6 Garan is a part of a group of international hitmen who are contracted to take out the most dangerous killer in the world, only to find out that they’re the ones being hunted. For those of you who might be interested,…

The Furry Fortune

Director Justin Ward Starring Juju Brener, Mason Blomberg, Hana Hayes, Mason Wells, Adam Kulbersh. Score 3.5/6 When two twins discover their pet dog is shedding money, the evil neighbor kidnaps the money-making canine, and the kids must work together to save their pet, and their family. Okay, it’s been more than a little while since…