“Daniel Nettheim’s first feature Angst is a sympathetic, engaging comedy reminiscent of a French relationship pic. An excellent ensemble cast of attractive actors portrays a bunch of wounded characters trying to sort out their lives in a confusing world.” David Stratton (Variety) Back in 2000, the world was different… there were these things called video…
Bunbury Elders Release children’s book Kala
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Kala is a beautiful new children’s book written and illustrated by eight members from Birdiya Waangkiny Elders Group in Bunbury, Western Australia. The authors and illustrators include Charmaine Councillor, Roslyn Khan, Gloria Dann, Phyllis Bennell, Teryle Collard, Sandra Nebro, Joanne Ugle and Marjorie Ugle. ublished by the Indigenous Literacy Foundation (ILF), this book celebrates Noongar…
Aussie Phone Sharing
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A new report into smartphone sharing released by The Australian Communications Consumer Action Network has found that while the majority of Australians share their phone with their partner, almost half (40%) are deleting content to maintain their privacy, while nearly a third (28%) turn off their location services at certain points. These findings form part…
THE OH-LA-LA ELEVATOR RIDE Sofitel Sydney Wentworth launches immersive “Pretty Woman” Experience
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Sofitel Sydney Wentworth is rolling out the red carpet for romance as it partners with Pretty Woman: The Musical as the official hotel partner in Sydney, bringing one of cinema’s most beloved love stories to life in a way only Sofitel can, with Parisian flair, timeless elegance, and a touch of theatre. As Sydney gears…
Guns Up
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On the brink of leaving “The Family,” a mob henchman’s final job goes off the rails. With the clock ticking, the ex-cop has one night to get his unsuspecting family out of the city before he gets snuffed out.
Australian Film Relentless secures global distribution
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Australian independent film company Spinning Plates Productions has greenlit a new martial arts action drama to be shot in Western Sydney, with major production support from Screen NSW, and has already secured global distribution through Spirit Media. Hamburg-based independent distributor Spirit Media is making its boldest move yet, acquiring worldwide rights (excluding Australia and New…
2025 Australian Used Car Safety Ratings
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Australians can now access the 2025 Used Car Safety Ratings, providing the latest independent insights to help consumers choose the safest second-hand vehicles on the market. Based on data analysed by the Monash University Accident Research Centre (MUARC), this year’s ratings draw from 9.5 million vehicles and 2.6 million injured road users involved in police-reported…
parasocial Cambridge Dictionary 2025 Word of the Year
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Cambridge Dictionary has named parasocial as the Word of the Year for 2025. The year was marked by interest in the one-sided parasocial relationships that people form with celebrities, influencers and AI chatbots. When Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce announced their engagement, many fans felt a deep connection to the singer and American footballer, even though…
NSW’s Favourite Picnic Spots Revealed
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New research from Food Box Mate, Australia’s independent meal kit and food lifestyle research platform, has revealed the most-loved picnic spots across New South Wales for summer, with Lake Alexandra Reserve in Mittagong taking the top spot.The study analysed more than 725,000 online reviews from over 16,000 picnic-friendly sites, using location data, review sentiment, and…
Are Kids More Informed than Adults Think?
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Editor’s Note:- Considering this recent survey in the USA. Do you think that the upcoming social media ban in Australia a good thing like it’s made out to be? The children of generation Alpha are more informed about current events than adults may realize, according to the latest edition of Junior Voices, an annual survey…